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Author
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
One of the most important patriots in post-Revolutionary times. Most readers know Noah Webster for his dictionary masterpieces and his promotion of a living "American Language" that embraces words and idioms from all its immigrant peoples. But he was also the driving force behind universal education for all citizens, including slaves, females, and adult learners. Speaker of twenty languages, he developed the new country's curriculum, writing and publishing...
Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Booker T. Washington had an incredible passion for learning. Born a slave, he taught himself to read. When the Civil War ended, Booker finally fulfilled his dream of attending school. After graduation, he was invited to teach in Tuskegee, Alabama. Finding many eager students, but no school, Booker set out to build his own school--brick by brick"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
It introduces young readers to Dr. Jill Biden, best known for her roles as Second and First Lady of the United States and as an educator. Readers will love learning about Biden's early years, her education, and accomplishments. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
Author
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Formats
Description
Explores the efforts of Booker T. Washington to secure a proper education after being liberated from slavery. Examines how Washington's spirit and resolve helped him acquire his own college degree and discusses how he helped educate other individuals like himself.