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Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, President Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, President Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America's children"--Book jacket.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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"A nonfiction picture book compilation of the stories of 13 American women who persisted in overcoming obstacles and changing the world"--Provided by publisher.
"Chelsea Clinton introduces tiny feminists, mini activists and little kids who are ready to take on the world to thirteen inspirational women who never took no for an answer, and who always, inevitably and without fail, persisted. Throughout American history, there have always been women...
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Series
Pub. Date
c2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the actions of emergency telephone operators, police officers, firefighters, trained dogs, and individual citizens who helped in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon on September 11, 2001.
8) Ground Zero
Series
Pub. Date
c2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on New York City, in which two airplanes were crashed into the World Trade Center, and the rescue and recovery work that occurred afterwards.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 6
Description
Contains profiles of fifty American men and women from throughout history who have made exceptional, positive contributions to the world, including artists, activists, aviators, scientists, teachers, musicians, inventors, athletes, journalists, jurists, and others.
Author
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
En esta carta a sus hijas, el presidente Barack Obama ha escrito un conmovedor homenaje a trece estadounidenses innovadores y los ideales que han dado forma a nuestra naci�n. Desde el arte de Georgia O'Keeffe, a la valent�a de Jackie Robinson, al patriotismo de George Washington, el presidente Obama ve los rasgos de estos h�roes dentro de sus propios hijos, y dentro de todos los ni�os de Am�rica.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 10
Description
"What turns an ordinary person into a hero? What happens in the blink of an eye on a battlefield (or in any dangerous situation) to bring out true courage? The men and women who have been recognized by the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation know the answers to these questions deep in their hearts"--Amazon.com.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 3
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"An inspiring tribute to Hispanic Americans who have made a positive impact on the world. This visually stunning book showcases twenty Hispanic and Latino American men and women who have made outstanding contributions to the arts, politics, science, humanitarianism, and athletics. Gorgeous portraits complement sparkling biographies of Cesar Chavez, Sonia Sotomayor, Ellen Ochoa, Roberto Clemente, and many more. Complete with timelines and famous quotes,...
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Take an exciting journey through Black history with dozens of inspiring biographies for kids. From the queens and pharaohs of ancient Egypt to modern-day scientists, athletes, and journalists, discover the lives of black leaders and role models throughout history. Black Heroes: a Black History Book for Kids is packed with 51 brief and engaging biographies of inspiring figures from Africa, the United States, and around the world. Learn about how these...
18) Heroes of 9/11
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 7
Description
Ten gripping stories that reflect the countless breathtaking acts of heroism that occurred inside the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and a hijacked plane. Among other amazing true accounts, you will read about the miraculous survival of the fire captain and his men who were buried alive when the north tower collapsed... the cop who dodged death twice to help save others... and the two navy officers who ran into a burning, crumbling section of the...
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Pub. Date
2020
Description
From Revolutionary War soldier Deborah Sampson and abolitionist Harriet Tubman to Hawaiian Queen Lili'uokalani and Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, this guide to American history for kids takes you on a fun and fascinating journey, one fearless woman at a time. Each of these chronologically ordered biographies offers an exciting look into the life and accomplishments of these heroic figures and how they made history.