List+of+Biographies+Purchased

Agassiz Follett Library Resources IL=Interest Level, RL=Reading Level
 * Biographies**

By Anderson, Sheila Chronicles actress America Ferrera's life, from her first movie to the star of a hit television show, and also discusses how she spends her free time, and what she wants to do in the future.AR: 6.3 MG 1.0 129589EN GR: S #01465M1 2009 IL:5-8 RL:6.4 $13.71 || **American Civil War. Biographies** By Hillstrom, Kevin, 1963- Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide biographical information about sixty men and women who participated in, or were affected by the Civil War; and includes sidebars containing interesting facts, excerpts from speeches and diaries, cross-references, photographs and illustrations, and a timeline.#28340J1 2000 IL:YA $135.85 || By Robbins, Trina Presents a brief biography of American pioneer Bessie Coleman who became the first African-American woman to earn a pilot's license.AR: 4.0 MG 0.5 112278EN Lexile: 640, GN GR: Q F&P: R #15970T8 2007 IL:5-8 RL:3.9 $22.04 || **Booker T. Washington : a photo-illustrated biography** By McLoone, Margo A brief biography of the man who was born a slave and worked in salt mines as a youth but went on to become a national leader for the education of African-Americans and founder of Tuskegee Institute.AR: 3.6 LG 0.5 15152EN Lexile: 520 GR: O F&P: P #23562W3 1997 IL:3-6 RL:3.6 $4.45 || By Schoeneberger, Megan A brief introduction to the life of jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald, who recorded more than two hundred albums and performed at Carnegie Hall twenty-six times.AR: 4.1 LG 0.5 84679EN GR: P #12666Q0 2005 IL:3-6 RL:4.1 $19.54 || **Frida Kahlo : painter of strength** By Johnston, Lissa Jones An introduction to the life of Frida Kahlo, the Mexican painter who grew up during the Mexican Revolution.AR: 4.1 LG 0.5 108454EN Lexile: 630 F&P: P #15733S5 2007 IL:3-6 RL:4 $19.54 || By Kroll, Jennifer L Examines the life and accomplishments of George Washington Carver, describing his childhood, education, and scientific research on plants and soil conservation; and includes a time line.GR: L #0123ZL1 2011 IL:K-3 RL:1.5 $13.61 || **Jackie Robinson : baseball's great pioneer** By Glaser, Jason A short biography of baseball great Jackie Robinson, written in graphic novel format, focusing on his achievements with the Brooklyn Dodgers as the first African-American to play major league baseball.AR: 3.8 MG 0.5 101345EN Lexile: 570, GN GR: S F&P: T #17279R8 2006 IL:5-8 RL:3.8 $22.04 || By Weicker, Gretchen Chronicles the life of hip-hop artist Kanye West, from his childhood dreams to stardom, and also discusses his future plans as an artist.AR: 5.9 MG 1.0 129595EN GR: T #01484M7 2009 IL:5-8 RL:6.2 $13.71 || **Lady Gaga** By Tieck, Sarah, 1976- Photographs and text describe the life and accomplishments of American pop singer Lady Gaga, including her family, childhood, early singing career, unique fashion sense, awards, and related topics.AR: 3.5 LG 0.5 147005EN #0041PR1 2012 IL:3-6 RL:4.1 $20.00 || By Tieck, Sarah, 1976- A brief overview of the life and career of LeBron James that discusses his family, childhood, decision to join the NBA straight from high school, and success as a professional basketball player.AR: 3.9 LG 0.5 132049EN #02264U3 2010 IL:3-6 RL:4.7 $20.00 || **Mae Jemison : space pioneer** By Kraske, Robert An introduction to the life of Mae Jemison, the engineer and doctor who became the first African-American woman to fly on the space shuttle.AR: 4.2 LG 0.5 108456EN Lexile: 680 F&P: P #19732S6 2007 IL:3-6 RL:4.4 $19.54 || By Healy, Nick Examines the life and career of Roberto Clemente, a baseball player fromPuerto Rico who overcame racism and other challenges to become a hero to the Spanish-speaking world, and the first Latin American player to be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame.AR: 4.5 LG 0.5 104077EN #06094S3 2006 IL:3-6 RL:4.3 $19.54 || **Selena Gomez : Latina TV and music star** By Azzarelli, Ally Provides a brief introduction to the life and career of actress Selena Gomez, discussing her childhood, family life, television and movie roles, relationships, and charity work.AR: 6.0 MG 1.0 146520EN #0142DW6 2012 IL:5-8 RL:5.7 $13.71 || By Housel, Debra J Tells the story of Sojourner Truth, discussing her childhood as a slave, and looking at her work to secure the rights of all women after she gained her freedom; and includes a timeline.GR: F #0126FL5 2011 IL:K-3 RL:1.6 $13.61 || **Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War** By Abnett, Dan An account, in comic book format, of the course of the Civil War and Abraham Lincoln's attempts to keep theU.S. whole, noting significant battles,Lincoln's troubles with General George McClellan, and the Emancipation Proclamation.#51213G3 2007 IL:3-6 RL:3.1 $23.95 || By Hudson-Goff, Elizabeth Presents a graphic novel biography of the life of Cesar Chavez, explaining the historical significance of the Mexican American labor organizer who demanded rights for migrant farm workers.AR: 4.3 MG 0.5 104627EN GR: Q #50803X4 2006 IL:5-8 RL:4.4 $27.00 || **Eleanor Roosevelt First Lady of the world** By Jacobson, Ryan Presents a graphic novel that describes the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, focusing primarily on her role as First Lady of theUnited States and her work with the United Nations following her husband Franklin's death.AR: 3.9 MG 0.5 101341EN Lexile: 570, GN GR: S F&P: T #51472P9 2006 IL:5-8 $21.99 || By Robbins, Trina An account of the life of Elizabeth Blackwell, detailing her struggles to become the first woman doctor inAmerica, and her efforts to help other women pursue medical careers. Presented in graphic format.AR: 4.0 MG 0.5 108451EN Lexile: 570, GN GR: R F&P: R #51136K5 2007 IL:5-8 RL:4.5 $21.99 || **Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad** By Abnett, Dan Tells the life story of Harriet Tubman in graphic novel format, focusing on her work to help slaves escape using the Underground Railroad.#51213O9 2007 IL:3-6 RL:3.2 $17.95 || By Amoroso, Cynthia Briefly profiles the life of Jackie Robinson, discussing his family, love of sports, and years in the Negro League and Major League Baseball.#5009RN0 2010 IL:K-3 RL:1.7 $15.95 || **Martin Luther King, Jr. great civil rights leader** By Fandel, Jennifer An account of the life of Martin Luther King Jr., focusing on the experiences that led him to become a leader in the pursuit of civil rights. Presented in graphic format.AR: 4.2 MG 0.5 109006EN Lexile: 640, GN GR: R F&P: S #51136O8 2007 IL:5-8 RL:3.7 $21.99 || By Shone, Rob Presents a brief profile of former heavyweight champion, Muhammad Ali in graphic comic format along with a short history of the sport of boxing.AR: 4.5 MG 1.0 111704EN GR: R #51523EX 2007 IL:5-8 RL:3.8 $21.95 || **Walter Dean Myers** By Burshtein, Karen Discusses the life and work of the well-known author of award-winning young adult literature who grew up inHarlem as a foster child and struggled with his identity as an African American writer.AR: 7.1 MG 2.0 73005EN #52845ZX 2004 IL:5-8 RL:6.6 $31.95 || By Engfer, Lee, 1963- In graphic novel format, tells the life story of Wilma Rudolph, hero of the 1960 Rome Olympics.AR: 3.9 MG 0.5 105084EN Lexile: 560, GN GR: S #51473A3 2006 IL:5-8 $21.99 ||  ||
 * **America Ferrera : Latina superstar**
 * **Bessie Coleman : daring stunt pilot**
 * **Ella Fitzgerald : first lady of jazz**
 * **George Washington Carver : planting ideas**
 * **Kanye West : hip-hop star**
 * **LeBron James**
 * **Roberto Clemente : baseball legend**
 * **Sojourner Truth : a path to freedom**
 * **Cesar Chavez**
 * **Elizabeth Blackwell America's first woman doctor**
 * **Jackie Robinson**
 * **Muhammad Ali the life of a boxing hero**
 * **Wilma Rudolph olympic track star**