Books in Scholastic Biography series

A collection of succinct, easy-to-read essays portrays the lives of our forty-two presidents, from Washington to Clinton, and considers their backgrounds, achievements, and historical contributions.

A biography of Thomas Edison, suitable for upper elementary or middle school.

Offers an in-depth look at the life of this celebrated American sports figure who, by the age of 24, had made his mark in his field of golf like no one before. Original.

Helen Keller's personal recollections and correspondence reveal her relationship with her beloved teacher, Annie Sullivan, and the problems and obstacles she encountered as she struggled to overcome her handicaps

Profiles the superstar center for the Orlando Magic, recapping his rookie season in the NBA, recalling his amazing feats, and giving a preview of things to come. Original.

A biography of the author of such tales as "Thumbelina," "The Ugly Duckling," and "The Princess and the Pea" describes his impoverished boyhood in Denmark, his dreams of becoming an entertainer, and his early career. Reissue.

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FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Chronicles the life and accomplishments of baseball star Roberto Clemente, from his youth in Puerto Rico, through his record-breaking career in Pittsburgh, to his tragic death during a mission of mercy.

A look at the life and career of Magic Johnson discusses his childhood in Michigan, the success of his high school basketball team, his rise to greatness in the sport at Michigan State, his professional career, and his battle with AIDS

Chronicles the achievements of U.S. Navy Admiral David Farragut, baseball player Roberto Clemente, singer Gloria Estefan, schoolteacher Jaime Escalante, and six other notable Hispanic Americans

Abraham Lincoln nació en la época de la esclavitud en los Estados Unidos. Estaba convencido de que todas las personas eran iguales y merecían ser libres. Este libro da a conocer de una manera sencilla la historia de uno de los mejores presidentes de los Estados Unidos.