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Helen Keller's Teacher

Written by Margaret Davidson

The true story of the dedicated woman, Anne Sullivan Macy (April 14, 1866 – October 20, 1936)...

4th - 6th
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Visiting Langston

Written by Willie Perdomo and Illustrated by Bryan Collier
It's a special day when a little girl and her father go to visit the house where the great poet...
Pre-K - 3rd
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DK Life Stories: Ada Lovelace

Written by Nancy Castaldo
In this kids' biography, discover the inspiring story of Ada Lovelace, who wrote the world's first...
3rd - 7th
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DK Life Stories: Nelson Mandela

Written by Stephen Krensky
In this kids biography, discover the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela, who became the first black...
2nd - 3rd
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DKfindout! World War I

Written by Brian Williams
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I with this children’s book full of...
1st - 4th
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DKfindout! Stone Age

Written by Klint Janulis
Travel back in time to the Stone Age in this children’s book full of photographs and illustrations...
1st - 4th
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DKfindout! Pirates

Written by E.T. Fox
Learn all about dastardly pirates in this children’s book full of photographs and illustrations...
1st - 4th
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DKfindout! Castles

Written by DK
This children's history book has everything you need to know about medieval castles, including...
1st - 4th
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20695

DKfindout! Ancient Rome

Written by Peter Chrisp
From the creators of DK findout!, the free online resource for kids, comes an exciting new book...
1st - 4th
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20683

DKfindout! Vikings

Written by Philip Steele
Meet Viking warriors and explorers in this children's book full of photographs and illustrations...
1st - 4th
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DKfindout! World War II

Written by Brian Williams
Discover World War II facts and hear from people who lived through the war that shaped the modern...
1st - 4th
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Hello Lighthouse

Written and Illustrated by Sophie Blackall
Watch the days and seasons pass as the wind blows, the fog rolls in, and icebergs drift by. Outside...
K - 3rd
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Timelines of Everything

Written by DK
Explore an illustrated history of the world through timelines for kids. From dinosaurs and Vikings...
3rd - 7th
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The History Book [Big Ideas Series]

Written by DK
From the dawn of civilization to the lightning-paced culture of today, take a fascinating journey...
9th - 12th
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Wright Brothers (Scholastic News Readers™—Biographies)

Written by Lisa Wade McCormick
Facts and photographs about the inspiring journeys of these history-making men and women are...
1st - 3rd
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Turning Pages: My Life Story

Written by Sonia Sotomayor and Illustrated by Lulu Delacre
As the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor has inspired young people around the...
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Truth and Myths about Thanksgiving (History Busters)

Written by L. A. Peacock and Illustrated by Nick Wigsby

How much do you really know about the Pilgrims, Plymouth, Native Americans, and the first...

1st - 4th
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On This Spot: An Expedition Back Through Time

Written by Susan E. Goodman and Illustrated by Lee Christiansen
See buildings soar and traffic zoom, a kaleidoscope of color and movement. Now turn the page and...
3rd - 5th
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African Tales

Written by Gcina Mhlophe and Illustrated by Rachel Griffin
This anthology includes eight traditional tales from all over Africa. Sumptuous hand-sewn collage...
1st - 5th
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17485

Cities of the World Memory Game

Written and Illustrated by David Dean
Sharpen your memory skills and discover some of the world's greatest cities and buildings.
K - 5th
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Indian Tales

Written by Shenaaz Nanji and Illustrated by Christopher Corr
This anthology includes eight traditional tales from all over the Indian subcontinent. Bright...
1st - 5th
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Brazen: Rebel Ladies Who Rocked the World

Written by Penelope Bagieu
Throughout history and across the globe, one characteristic connects the daring women of Brazen...
9th - 12th
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Finding the Music

Written by Jennifer Torres and Illustrated by Renato Alarcao
A young Latina girl accidentally breaks her grandfather's vihuela and searches for someone in the...
1st - 3rd
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Malala's Magic Pencil

Written by Malala Yousafzai and Illustrated by Kerascoet
Malala wishes for a magic pencil—to make everyone happy, to erase the smell of garbage from her city...
K - 3rd

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