Books in Rookie Biographies series

Briely introduces the life of Benjamin Franklin, touching on his inventions and his contributions to the city of Philadelphia as well as to the newly formed United States of America.

Meet Bessie Coleman. She was the first African-American woman to earn her international pilots license. And she did so against great odds. No one in America was willing to teach a black woman to fly. Still, Bessie never gave up on her dream of becoming a world-famous aviator.

Chronicles the life of the celebrated writer and social reformer who overcame the limitations of being both deaf and blind with the aid and encouragement of her teacher, Annie Sullivan.

A short biography of the famous civil rights figure and her work.

Introduces children to the lives and achievements of pioneering men and women from diverse cultures, eras, and fields through simple text and full-color photographs, a “Words You Know” glossary, and an easy-to-use index.

A biography of the first woman doctor in the United States, who worked in both America and England to open the field of medicine to women

Presents a brief biography of John Chapman, the man who planted thousands of apple seeds in the early nineteenth century.

An introduction to the life of astronaut Neil Armstrong, who was the first man on the moon.

Presents a brief overview of the life of the third President.

A simple biography of the author who, during her short life, wrote over 100 books for young children.

An introduction to the life of George Washington, who became the first president of the United States after leading the American military in the Revolutionary War against England.

Examines the life and career of Ronald Reagan, including his time as an actor and his terms as governor of California and president of the United States.