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Books in People We Should Know series

  • John Lewis: Get to Know the Statesman Who Marched for Civil Rights

    Jehan Jones-Radgowski

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Feb. 1, 2019)
    John Lewis knew that treating someone differently because of the color of their skin was unfair and wrong. In his early 20s, he decided to do something about it. During the struggle for equal treatment, Lewis faced many beatings and was arrested around 40 times. But he would become one of the most influential leaders in the civil rights movement. He continues that work today.
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  • Joe Biden

    Nicole Iorio

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2009)
    Now expanded to 48 pages, our ongoing, exciting biography series introduces readers to some of the most remarkable people in recent times—and in the news today. People We Should Know gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas—from sports to politics. Each exciting book gives readers insight about each person’s early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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  • Rachael Ray

    Jayne Keedle

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2009)
    Now expanded to 48 pages, our ongoing, exciting biography series introduces readers to some of the most remarkable people in recent times—and in the news today. People We Should Know gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas—from sports to politics. Each exciting book gives readers insight about each person’s early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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  • Tony Hawk

    Mike Kennedy

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2009)
    Now expanded to 48 pages, our ongoing, exciting biography series introduces readers to some of the most remarkable people in recent times—and in the news today. People We Should Know gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas—from sports to politics. Each exciting book gives readers insight about each person’s early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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  • Michael Phelps

    Mike Kennedy

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2009)
    Now expanded to 48 pages, our ongoing, exciting biography series introduces readers to some of the most remarkable people in recent times—and in the news today. People We Should Know gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas—from sports to politics. Each exciting book gives readers insight about each person’s early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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  • John Lewis: Get to Know the Statesman Who Marched for Civil Rights

    Jehan Jones-Radgowski

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    John Lewis knew that treating someone differently because of the color of their skin was unfair and wrong. In his early 20s, he decided to do something about it. During the struggle for equal treatment, Lewis faced many beatings and was arrested around 40 times. But he would become one of the most influential leaders in the civil rights movement. He continues that work today.
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  • Ruby Bridges: Get to Know the Girl Who Took a Stand for Education

    M. Michelle Derosier

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Feb. 1, 2019)
    Ruby Bridges was just six years old when she was chosen to be the first (and only) black child in the all-white William Frantz Elementary School. At the time, Ruby was too young to understand how the simple act of attending school would change the lives of many to come. Her courageous act left the legacy that given a chance, anyone at any age can make a difference in the world.
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  • Walt Disney

    Jonatha A. Brown

    Paperback (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2005)
    A biography of the famous cartoonist who created Mickey Mouse, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and Bambi, and owner of Walt Disney Studios and Disneyland.
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  • Rosa Parks

    Jonatha A. Brown

    Paperback (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2005)
    A biography of the African American woman whose refusal to give up her bus seat to a white person helped to launch the civil rights movement demonstrates how one person can make a difference.
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  • John F. Kennedy

    Jonatha A. Brown

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2005)
    A biography of the youngest man ever to become president, covering his childhood, time in the navy, marriage, and political life.
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  • Walt Disney

    Susan Nations

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2005)
    A biography of the famous cartoonist who created Mickey Mouse, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and Bambi, and owner of Walt Disney Studios and Disneyland.
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  • Nancy Pelosi

    Geoffrey M. Horn

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2009)
    Gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas--from sports to politics--offering insight into each person's early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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