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  • Abraham Lincoln

    Christy Devillier

    Library Binding (Buddy Books, Sept. 1, 2001)
    Traces the life of Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth president of the United States, who led the country during the Civil War.
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  • Hillary Rodham Clinton

    Sarah Tieck

    Library Binding (Abdo Group, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Traces the life and career of Hillary Rodham Clinton, the former first lady who went on to become a senator for the state of New York, a presidential candidate, and secretary of state.
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  • Molly Pitcher

    Christy Devillier

    Library Binding (Buddy Books, Jan. 1, 2004)
    A brief biography of Molly Pitcher, a heroine during the Revolutioary War.
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  • Benjamin Franklin: Writer, Inventor, Statesman

    Pamela Hill Nettleton, Jeffrey Joseph Yesh

    Library Binding (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2003)
    A brief biography that highlights some of the achievements of one of the most famous men from the early years of the United States.
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  • Eleanor Roosevelt

    Sarah Tieck

    Library Binding (Abdo Group, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Easy-to-read, compelling text paired with color photos introduces young readers to the remarkable life of Eleanor Roosevelt. Readers will learn about Roosevelt’s childhood, education, social work, and role as a groundbreaking First Lady. Roosevelt’s passi
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  • Tecumseh

    Cassie Mayer

    Library Binding (Heinemann, Sept. 28, 2007)
    This title looks at Tecumseh, from his early life, through the work that made him famous.
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  • Benjamin Franklin: Writer, Inventor, Statesman

    Pamela Hill Nettleton, Jeffrey Joseph Yesh

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2003)
    A brief biography that highlights some of the achievements of one of the most famous men from the early years of the United States.
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  • My First Biography: Benjamin Franklin

    Marion Dane Bauer, Anthony Lewis

    Paperback (Scholastic Nonfiction, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Bringing the biggest life stories to the smallest readers!Benjamin Franklin was curious about the world around him. He had wide and varied interests that led him to become a printer, a writer, an inventor, a statesman, and eventually one of the fathers of our nation.With simple, lyrical text and bold, kid-friendly illustrations, this book introduces Benjamin Franklin to the youngest readers and inspires them to learn about the world.
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  • First Biographies: Student Reader Rosa Parks, Story Book

    STECK-VAUGHN

    Paperback (STECK-VAUGHN, Jan. 1, 1997)
    Rosa Parks is best known for the day she refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery, Alabama, bus boycott. Yet there is much more to her story than this one act of defiance. In this straightforward, compelling autobiography, Rosa Parks talks candidly about the civil rights movement and her active role in it. Her dedication is inspiring; her story is unforgettable. "The simplicity and candor of this courageous woman's voice makes these compelling events even more moving and dramatic." — Publishers Weekly, starred review
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  • Let's Read About-- George Washington

    Kimberly Weinberger, Bob Doucet

    Paperback (Scholastic, April 1, 2002)
    A simple biography of the first president of the United States.
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  • Bill Clinton

    Gini Holland, Gary Rees

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, June 1, 1997)
    Introduces the life and accomplishments of the Democrat who was elected president to two successive terms, 1992 and 1996.
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  • Daniel Boone

    Randy T. Gosda

    Library Binding (Buddy Books, Jan. 1, 2002)
    A simple biography of the well-known frontiersman, Daniel Boone.
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