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41) Charles Schulz
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An amazing short biography over Charles Schulz.
42) Rosa Parks
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Presents the life and accomplishments of the civil rights activist famous for sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott during the Civil Rights Movement.
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"Learn all about US First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy and how she promoted American culture. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website.
44) Jeff Bezos
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"Engaging photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the story of Jeff Bezos, who founded Amazon.com. Five exciting chapters highlight how Bezos and Amazon.com changed how people used the Internet. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--
45) Chien-Shiung Wu
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Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the story of Marie Curie, whose groundbreaking research made it possible for doctors to use X–rays. Five exciting chapters highlight how her discoveries changed the world. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
46) Cesar Chavez
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A union leader who led peaceful protests, Cesar Chavez fought to protect the rights of migrant farm workers. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into his story. Quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
47) Laura Bush
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Learn all about US First Lady Laura Bush and how she championed literacy programs. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
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A pioneer and the creator of the Little House series, Laura Ingalls Wilder is an amazing author. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the author's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
49) Nancy Reagan
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Learn all about US First Lady Nancy Reagan and how fought against youth drug use. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
50) Abraham Lincoln
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As the sixteenth US president, Abraham Lincoln led the country through the American Civil War. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the life of the man who worked to keep the US together. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
51) Maurice Sendak
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The author and illustrator of unique children's books such as Where the Wild Things Are, Maurice Sendak is an amazing author. An easy-to-read narrative and historic photographs bring readers back to this historic time. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the author's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Learn all about US First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and how she spoke out for civil rights. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
53) Pam Munoz Ryan
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The writer of award-winning books about daring heroines, Pam Muñoz Ryan is an amazing author. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the author's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
54) Lewis and Clark
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Navigators of the American West, Lewis and Clark were pioneering explorers. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the athlete's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Learn all about US First Lady Martha Washington and how she laid the foundation for future leaders. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
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Striking color photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the life of singer and songwriter Taylor Swift. Five exciting chapters highlight how Taylor Swift went from unknown songwriter to international superstar. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
57) Neil Armstrong
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An astronaut who became the first man to walk on the moon, Neil Armstrong was a pioneering space explorer. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the athlete's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
58) Katy Perry
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Striking color photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the life of musician and actor Justin Timberlake. Five exciting chapters highlight how Timberlake went from childhood performer to world-famous entertainer. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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This title focuses on Lady Bird Johnson and gives information related to her early life, time as a leader, first lady, and her legacy. It also highlights quick stats, key dates and glossary terms. The title is complete with beautiful and colorful photographs, and simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Launch! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
60) Jerry Yang
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Engaging photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the story of Steve Jobs, who helped found Apple Computer Inc. Five exciting chapters highlight how Jobs and Apple revolutionized computers and personal devices. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.