Books in American Biography Series series

Chief Joseph was a Nez Perce Indian who tried to keep the peace for his people. During his lifetime, Chief Joseph learned how to hunt and fish, led his people on the Flight of the Nez Perce, and spoke with the president of the United States. Can you imagine what it was like for him growing up? What kind of a leader was he? Read this book to find the answers to these questions and many more. In this book you will read about the tools Chief Joseph could make from goat horns and rocks, discover how he was different from his brother, Ollokot, and learn why he decided to lead his people to Canada.

Joseph Brant is an important figure in the American Revolution and Native American history thanks to his role as a military and political leader of the Mohawk Nation. Brants education and abilities helped him rise to a leadership role within the Iroquois Confederacy. Readers learn these facts and more through this historical biography, which complements elementary social studies standards. Readers are encouraged to visualize Joseph Brants story through historical artwork and primary sources. Readers walk away with an understanding of how Brants contributions to history affected the Mohawk and Iroquois people. Sidebars and a timeline supplement the texts engaging material.

Fannie Lou Hamer was born poor and had limited formal education, but that didn’t stop her from becoming an important leader of the Civil Rights Movement. This biography tells her story. A story of perseverance and unique qualities that continue to set examples today. Readers will be inspired to learn about the life of Fannie Lou Hamer and the ways in which she overcame adversity and hardships, while making her mark in the world.