Ma Isabel Sánchez Vegara
1) Muhammad Ali
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces Muhammad Ali, detailing how young Cassius Clay learned how to box and became a legendary athlete, civil rights activist, and global icon.
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., the inspiring minister and civil rights activist.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents information about Josephine Baker, from her childhood in St. Louis and her early career in New York to her rise to fame in France and her role as a spy in World War II.
4) Jane Goodall
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"When Jane was little, her father gave her a toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. This inspired her lifelong love of animals, and she went to study them in the wild as soon as she could. Jane lived with chimpanzees in their natural habitat and became famous for her pioneering approach to research. She now educates the public on animal rights This moving book features stylish illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Lucy Maud Montgomery lost her mother when she was very young. Left in the care of less-than-encouraging grandparents, she found comfort in reading, writing, and her imagination. When Maud grew up, she wrote about the childhood she wished she had, creating one of the best-loved characters of all time: Anne of Green Gables."--Back cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Maria grew up in Italy at a time when girls didn't receive an equal education to boys. But Maria's mother was supportive of her dreams, and Maria went on to study medicine. She later became an early years expert - founding schools with her revolutionary educational theories and changing the lives of many children. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Mother Teresa was born in Skopje, Macedonia. From an early age, she knew she wanted to dedicate herself to religion. She was fascinated by stories of missionaries helping people and wanted to do the same. She spent the rest of her life caring for the sick and poor around the world and is now remembered as Saint Teresa of Calcutta. The incredible story of her life features a facts and photos section at the back"--Back cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"When Simone de Beauvoir was a little girl, her father would proudly boast that she had the brain of a man--whatever that meant. But later, after years of studying, Simone would write a book that challenged the role of women in society, sending show waves around the world."--Back cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Vivienne Westwood always stood up for the outsider--even at school. When she grew up, she created a fashion philosophy that went against the grain and celebrated the music of the moment: punk. Vivienne became a world-famous famous designer by staying true to herself and speaking up for what she believed in. This inspiring story of the outspoken fashion designer's life features a facts and photos section at the back"--Back cover.
10) Harriet Tubman
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents information about Harriet Tubman, from her childhood in slavery to brave escape to the North and her work to help others escape slavery.
11) Stephen Hawking
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"When Stephen Hawking was a little boy, he used to stare up at the stars and wonder about the universe. Although he was never top of the class, his curiosity took him to the best universities in England: Oxford and Cambridge. It also led him to make one of the biggest scientific discoveries of the 20th century: Hawking radiation. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline...
12) Anne Frank
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents information about Anne Frank, including her childhood in Holland, her years in hiding, her death, and her legacy.
13) Frida Kahlo
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Frida Kahlo's desire to study medicine was destroyed by a childhood accident. Frida began painting from her bedside and produced over 140 works, culminating in a solo exhibition in America. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Frida's life at the back.
14) Kamala Harris
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Looks at United States lawyer, senator, and vice-president Kamala Harris. As a child, little Kamala marched for civil rights with her parents. She was encouraged to fight for justice and to make a difference in the world. From her career as a lawyer, to her time spent as a US senator, to her historic election to the White House as Vice President, Kamala has lived a life of firsts. But, she is determined that she won't be the last. This inspiring story...
15) Malala Yousafzai
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Childrens Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Malala was born in Mingora, Pakistan, her father was determined she would have every opportunity that a boy would have. She loved getting an education, but when a hateful regime came to power, girls were no longer allowed to go to school. Malala spoke out in public about this, which made her a target for violence. She was shot in the left side of her head and woke up in hospital in England. Finally after long months and many surgeries, Malala...
16) Amelia Earhart
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Follows Amelia Earhart, whose strong will and self-belief helped her overcome prejudice and technical problems to become the first female pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Amelia's life.
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Childrens Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"As a young person, little Ruth recognized injustice in the world. She decided to work to make her country a fairer place--for everyone. From her career as a lawyer making the case for equality, right through to sitting as a judge on the Supreme Court, the highest in the land, Ruth spent her whole life fighting for what's right, and encouraging others to do the same."--Back cover
Presents an illustrated look at the life and career of United States...
18) Zaha Hadid
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Hadid grew up in Baghdad, Iraq, surrounded by music. She was a curious and confident child who designed her own modernist bedroom at nine years old. As a young woman studying at University in Beirut, she was described as the most outstanding pupil the teacher had ever met. With her ... vision and belief in the power of architecture, she founded her own firm and designed [world-famous] buildings ... including the London 2012 Olympic Aquatic Centre"--Publisher...
19) Ada Lovelace
Author
Series
Publisher
Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents information about Ada Lovelace, from her childhood in England and her studies in mathematics to her development of the first computer programming language.
20) Bruce Lee
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Born in San Francisco but raised in Hong Kong, Bruce Lee was a talented actor, appearing in his first of many films at just three months old. By harnessing his skill as a martial artist, Bruce created, directed, and acted in blockbuster hits such as Enter the Dragon"--from Back Cover.