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"Abraham Lincoln became the 16th president of the United States, and many people still say he was the most important president. Before he made history by ending slavery and reuniting America, Abraham was a hard-working kid who believed in equality for everyone. By learning as much as he could, he would help people and change the world for the better. Explore how Abraham went from a poor farm boy with a dream to one of the most powerful leaders in...
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
860L
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English
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"Albert Einstein became one of the most important scientists in history for his discoveries about physics and how our universe works. Before everyone knew him as a genius, Albert was a curious kid who loved reading, learning, and experimenting with new ideas. He asked big questions and wasn't afraid to make mistakes." -- Amazon.
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
730L
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English
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Amelia Earhart became the first woman pilot to fly alone across the Atlantic Ocean. Before she made history, Amelia was an adventure-loving kid who wasn't afraid to be different. She worked hard and learned to fly airplanes at a time when many people thought that women shoould not be pilots. --adapted from back cover.
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820L
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English
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Benjamin Franklin was a brilliant inventor, scientist, writer, and founding father. Before his ideas made him a legend, Benjamin was a young boy who enjoyed learning, helping others, and problem-solving. He was always finding clever ways to make the world a better place, from inventing the lightning rod to helping write the U.S. Constitution. Explore how Benjamin Franklin went from being a thoughtful kid growing up in Boston to an American hero who...
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910L
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English
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Fred Rogers created one of the longest-running children's TV shows ever, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Before he became famous for his puppetry and storytelling, Fred was a shy kid who couldn't play outside because of his allergies. He found a passion for puppets, which he used to start his own TV show as an adult. On his show, Fred helped kids make sense of both serious and silly things, talk about their feelings, and feel loved. Explore how Fred...
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Gandhi was one of the most important leaders in history. He used peaceful protests and other nonviolent methods to stand up for equal rights for all people. Before he showed the world that peaceful actions can create powerful change, he was a shy young boy who kept to himself. He studied hard in school, became a lawyer, and used his skills to help others. Explore how Gandhi went from being a quiet kid growing up in India to one of the bravest and...
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
760L
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English
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George Washington became the first president of the United States and is known as the father of the country. He led the fight for American independence from England. Before that, he was a hard-working kid who enjoyed challenging himself in school and sports. --adapted from back cover.
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750L
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English
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"Help kids ages 6 to 9 discover the life of Helen Keller. A story about hope, courage, and finding your voice. Helen Keller became a celebrated author, educator, and activist who believed in equality for people with disabilities. Before she made history as the first deaf and blind person to graduate from college, Helen was a smart kid who loved learning. She overcame many challenges to learn how to read, write, and talk. She spoke up for other people...
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2020.
Lexile measure
880L
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English
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Jane Goodall is a celebrated scientist for her studies of chimpanzees. Before she observed chimps and helped save them from losing their home, Jane was a curious kid who loved learning about animals. She showed people that women could be scientists, and fought to follow her dream of working with wild chimps.... --adapted from back cover.
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
690L
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English
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"Malala Yousafzai became a brave activist while she was still s young girl. Before she fearlessly fought for girls' right to education, she was a thoughtful kid who enjoyed school, sports, and daydreaming. Then Malala was told that girls would no longer be able to go to school. She didn't let that stop her, though!" -- from back cover.
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
870L
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English
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"Marie Curie became one of the most celebrated scientists in history. Before she changed the world with her discoveries in physics and chemistry, Marie studied hard to reach the top of her class. People told her she couldn't be a scientist because she was a woman, but she didn't let that stop her. Herr important research is still helping people today." --from back cover.
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"Neil Armstrong became the first person ever to step foot on the moon. Before he flew space missions and made history with his moon landing, Neil was a curious kid who loved putting together model airplanes. He dreamed about pushing the boundaries of flight and studied hard in school to achieve his goals. ." -- Amazon.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
930L
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English
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg became the second woman ever to serve as a judge on the Supreme Court of the United States. Before she fought for equal rights and made history, Ruth was a curious kid who loved to read stories about strong women. In school, Ruth wished girls could have as many opportunities as boys. She soon learned that by studying and working hard, she could change her entire life ---and the world. Explore how Ruth went from being a young Jewish...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
820L
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English
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Simone Biles has been called the greatest gymnast of all time, winning five Olympic and 25 World Champion medals by age 22. Before she wowed the world with her incredible gymnastics skills, Simone was an energetic young girl who dreamed of becoming a top gymnast. Explore how she went from being a kid growing up in Texas to an Olympic athlete.
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2020.
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English
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"The Wright brothers were the first to build an fly an airplane. Before they made history, Wilbur and Orville were curious kids who loved learning about the world around them. They fell in love with the idea of flying and taught themselves everything they needed to know to make their dream come true. Explore how the Wright brothers went from young boys in Ohio to world-famous inventors, aviators, and businessmen. How will their hard work and...
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Pub. Date
2020
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English
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"Thomas Jefferson helped write the Declaration of Independence and became the third president of the United States. Before he helped create America, Thomas was a young boy who loved to play outside, read, and think about new ways of doing things. He studied law and came up with revolutionary ideas that helped build a new country."--Amazon
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The United States was not always united. On December 20, 1860, South Carolina became the first state to leave the Union. Soon after, many other states joined it to try and create their own country: the Confederate States of America. Within months, the Confederates would launch an attack on Fort Sumter and begin a war that lasted almost four years. This engaging story explores how and why the war started, who was fighting, what happened during the...
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830L
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"On September 17, 1787, 39 delegates signed the Constitution of the United States into law. These four pages of rules would define how the United States government worked and serve as the foundation for all the rights that we enjoy today. This colorfully illustrated story takes kids on a journey through the writing of the Constitution, how it was amended with the Bill of Rights, and the ways it still shapes life in the United States." --Amazon.
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