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Elizabeth Blackwell (Robbie Readers) (Robbie Readers)

by Leavitt, Amie Jane

The year 1849 was an important one for Elizabeth Blackwell. After two years of intense studying, she finally received her diploma from Geneva Medical College. ...

I, Matthew Henson

Polar Explorer

by Weatherford, Carole Boston

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The Shepherd's Trail

by Urbigkit, Cat

A wagon sits in the sagebrush-covered desert, while herders on horseback move sheep to high summer range. It looks like a scene from the Old West, but it s act...

My Dog May Be a Genius

by Prelutsky, Jack

Have you ever encountered an underwater marching band, a pig in a bathing suit, a pet orangutan, or a witch in a hardware store? Have you ever sat with a skunk...

The Lemonade Club

by Polacco, Patricia

When Marilyn and her teacher, Miss Wichelman, both get cancer, they encourage each other and, aided by medical treatments and support from friends, they get be...

Jesse Owens

by Weatherford, Carole Boston & Velasquez, Eric

In 1936, America was years away from war with Nazi Germany. But long before the first battle of World War II, a starter's gun fired the first shot in our battl...

Jesse Owens

Fastest Man Alive

by Weatherford, Carole Boston & Velasquez, Eric

In 1936, America was years away from war with Nazi Germany. But long before the first battle of World War II, a starter’s gun fired the first shot in our bat...

Perfect Timing

How Isaac Murphy Became One of the World's Greatest Jockeys

by Trollinger, Patsi B. & Lagarrigue, Jerome

With stunningly vibrant illustrations by Coretta Scott King Awardwinner Jerome Lagarrigue, Perfect Timing tells the story of Isaac Murphy, the grandson of slav...

Little Sap and Monsieur Rodin

by Lord, Michelle & Hoshino, Felicia

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Dear Max

by Grindley, Sally & Ross, Tony

As Max--who is almost ten--and his favorite author, D.J. Lucas, exchange letters, the two writers help each other with their new books and develop a special fr...