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  • Learning About Responsibility from the Life of Colin Powell

    Jeanne Strazzabosco

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Teaches the value of responsibility by taking examples from the life of the African American general Colin Powell
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  • Learning About Determination from the Life of Gloria Estefan

    Jeanne Strazzabosco

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1997)
    A biography of the Cuban-born rock singer with a focus on her determination to succed and be happy in spite of serious obstacles.
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  • Learning About Dignity from the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr

    Jeanne Strazzabosco

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1997)
    A brief biography examining the value of dignity in the life of the Baptist minister and civil rights leader whose philosophy and practice of nonviolent civil disobedience helped African Americans win many battles for equal rights.
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  • Learning About Fairness from the Life of Susan B. Anthony

    Kiki Mosher

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1997)
    A brief biography examining the idea of fairness in the life of the woman known for her efforts to secure the right to vote for women.
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  • Learning About Bravery from the Life of Harriet Tubman

    Kiki Mosher

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1997)
    Demonstrates how bravery enabled Harriet Tubman, a slave, to escape to freedom, and subsequently bring more than 300 other people out of bondage.
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  • The Smallest Cowgirl

    Patrick Loehr

    Hardcover (Kipcart Studio, LLC, Jan. 1, 2017)
    When the situation gets tough on the trail for a cowboy's young daughter, she must use all of her skills and strength to overcome several obstacles. Will she earn the title of "cowgirl"? Written for ages 4-9. This is the third book in the Building Character series. These books are written for parents and teachers to explore concepts of character development with kids, generating opportunities for discussion and dialogue.
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  • Learning About Strength of Character from the Life of Muhammad Ali

    Michele Ingber Drohan

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1999)
    A brief biography of the champion boxer, Muhammad Ali, emphasizing how he demonstrated the courage of his convictions.
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  • Learning About Courage from the Life of Christopher Reeve

    Jane Kelly Kosek

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1999)
    A brief biography of the actor famous for playing Superman, discussing his life before and after the accident that paralyzed him and focusing on the courage he has shown.
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  • Learning about Equal Rights from the Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

    Brenn Jones

    Hardcover (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Presents the life and achievements of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, including her graduation from law school, her career as a lawyer, judge, and teacher, and her position as a Supreme Court Justice.
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  • Learning About Justice from the Life of Cesar Chavez

    Jeanne Strazzabosco

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1997)
    Examines the life of Câesar Châavez, the Mexican American labor leader who achieved justice for migrant farm workers by creating a union to protect their rights.
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  • Building Character

    Marie Bender

    Library Binding (Sandcastle, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Describes and defines such important personal traits as honesty, responsibility, and fairness.

  • Learning About Achievement from the Life of Maya Angelou

    Brenn Jones

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 2002)
    Discusses the history and achievements of Maya Angelou, including her writing career and her dedication to civil rights.
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