Biography and Autobiography Books

Ke keiki paionia, or, Pioneer Boy, recounts the life of a young pioneer who rises to become president of the United States. Written in Hawaiian, this historical biography by William Makepeace Thayer offers a unique linguistic perspective on a classic...

From Author Jane Kurtz, winner of the School Library Journal Best Of The Year and numerous other awards.  In verse, Oh Give Me a Home relates the story of a girl's inside-out view of America as she journeys from Ethiopia, searches for friends...

The Magic of the Merengue Man: Kinito Méndez is a lively picture book celebrating the remarkable 35-year journey of one of the Dominican Republic's most impactful musicians.   The narrative traces Kinito Méndez's path from his childhood...

"All About J.K. Rowling: A Kid's Guide to the Woman Who Wrote Harry Potter" introduces young readers to the incredible life of one of the world's most famous authors. From her childhood love of stories to creating the magical world of Hogwarts, this book...

"All About James Cameron: A Kid's Guide to the Director of Titanic and Avatar" takes young readers on an exciting journey through the life of one of Hollywood's most imaginative filmmakers. From his early days of dreaming big to creating record-breaking...

"All About Christopher Nolan: A Kid's Guide to the Mind-Bending Movie Director" takes young readers on a thrilling journey through the life and work of one of today's most imaginative filmmakers. From his childhood adventures with a camera to blockbuster...

RATS With Backpacks? Do you wonder about what's inside of those little packs and why they wear them? Be curious and open up this book! Be inspired by intelligent rats who are trained to save people's lives because of their powerful sense of smell (a...

Narendra Modi is one of those politicians whose name prompts extremes of hate-filled anger or outright adulation. VISHAM will reveal hitherto unknown aspects of Narendra Modi's psyche: From his humble beginnings as an RSS pracharak to his rise in the...

"All About Leonardo DiCaprio: A Kid's Guide to the Actor Who Fights for the Planet" is the ultimate guide to the life of a movie star who's also a real-life eco-hero! From his famous film roles to his mission to protect the Earth, this book shares...

"All About Keanu Reeves: A Kid's Guide to the Internet's Favorite Movie Star" is a fun and inspiring look at the life of one of Hollywood's most beloved actors. From his early adventures and movie roles to his kindness and quiet strength, Keanu's story...

Surely, America needed help to win against Britain. It was, after all, a newly established nation compared to the British rule. In this book, you will get to know the American Patriots in the Thirteen Colonies. You will also begin to understand why...

Today, you enjoy the convenience of being able to fly to distant lands. But some time ago, this was not a possibility until the Wright brothers invented the airplane. Read about the lives of Orville and Wilbur Wright. Understand how their shared...

What is the Jacksonian Democracy and how does it differ to the Democracy left by the Greeks? Let's talk about the life and times of US President Andrew Jackson in this biography book for children. This book discusses his early years, military career,...

Let's talk about the president who bought Louisiana - Thomas Jefferson. What was his life prior to being president? How did his life change during his early years in office? Next, read about the significance of the Louisiana Purchase. There is much to be...

The presidency of James Madison was riddled with wars. The first chapter will focus on his troubled relationship with Native Americans because of the Westward Expansion. Do you think he dealt with them fairly? The second chapter will focus on the War of...

This book explores the lives of two women in the 19th century. One became the first woman doctor while the other was an American woman who was arrested for voting. Do you know who they are? Yes, they are Elizabeth Blackwell and Susan Anthony. They were...

Thomas Jefferson was the third president of the United States. This book will tap into his life and careers before he was president. Then, it will talk about his presidential campaign with special focus on his platform called the Jeffersonian Democracy...

The fourth US president elected into office was James Madison. It was during his term that the War of 1812 took place. Despite that, he went on to serve two terms. In this book, you will read about the presidency of James Madison, how he tried to stay...

Andrew Jackson had a rough childhood. He was an orphan and a self-made man. In this book, read about how he persevered and became president of the United States. Learn about the Jacksonian democracy, what it means and how it affected the decisions of...

Read about Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth, African American leaders and abolitionists. Although they did not personally know each other when they were alive, they fought for the same cause. They helped fellow African Americans escape slavery by...

The life of Madame CJ Walker caught the attention of Hollywood resulting in films and TV series about her. In this book, however, only the raw truth about this amazing woman is discussed. See Madame Walker as the woman who invented the shampoo that cured...

Horace Mann and Dorothea Dix made significant improvements to education and health in the 1800s. They were both Americans who saw what was broken and made it their lives' works to fix it. This book dedicates one chapter for each pioneer. Read their...

I come from a long line of storytellers in my family. Grandma Arilla, Mama Jeanne, and Auntie Marge spent years teaching Children's Church and Sunday School. So, I'm fairly sure that I've heard most of the stories from the Bible. When I was in high...

65 short stories about 'Abdu'l-Baha suitable for children's classes, for children to read themselves and for reading aloud.Who was 'Abdu'l-Baha?Why was He called 'the Most Mighty Branch'?Why was he a prisoner for 60 years?The Most Mighty...

Esta es la historia inspiradora del que es hoy uno de los principales exponentes de la música urbana cristiana y uno de sus más influyentes artesanos. En estas páginas encontrarás los detalles hasta ahora no revelados de un exitoso músico que aprendió a...

In The Life of Chief Joseph readers encounter the story of the Nez Perce leader Chief Joseph and the events leading up to his now-famous declaration: "From where the sun now stands, I will fight no more forever." Alan E. Grey weaves a historically...

Join a boy and his momma on a heartwarming journey through the different stages of life in "Momma Would You Ever?" From tender moments at home to adventurous explorations in the great outdoors, this heartwarming tale celebrates the precious moments and...

Sadie is a kind and caring nurse who cares for many people. Sadie represents all the wonderful nurses who work in hospitals and within the community all over the world. She has a wonderful career as a nurse and wants everyone to learn the importance of...

The Philanthropist of the World: A Life of John Howard, Written for Young Children (1849) is a book written by George Etell Sargent. The book is a biography of John Howard, a famous philanthropist who lived in the 18th century. The book is written for...

""Facts I Ought To Know About The Government Of My Country"" is a book written by William H. Bartlett in 1894. The book is aimed at educating citizens about their government and the workings of their country. It covers topics such as the Constitution,...

Contemporary Customs and Practices in the South Eastern Part of Nigeria is both an educational and entertaining read for anyone with the faintest interest in African values and culture. Ezumah esq., by the employ of a reader-friendly styles of prose,...

Martha is shy. She wants to fit and blend in with her classmates, but that's not who she is. She wants to be brave, and confident but does not know how. After an embarrassing accident, Martha goes on a heartwarming journey, with the help of her parents,...

(Biography) When young Ida contracts scarlet fever in 1880s Sweden, she almost loses her sight. After another brush with death, Ida learns that there is more than this life, disease has an end, and small miracles happen every day. With new faith, Ida...

“I am an ordinary person with an extraordinary past.”In this true and moving story, Alter Wiener, a teen Holocaust survivor of five Nazi prison camps during World War II, transports young readers back in time when an unexpected person...

Following on from 'Sleepless in Soho,' the continuing saga of Amy Brown covers the years 1965 - 1967 and is based on real life events as she and her best friend Pam find themselves living in bedsits and flats in London, experiencing plenty of highs and...

Feeling Confused, Hopeless and Powerless and it's stealing your joy? Don't Despair, there is Hope, Joy and guaranteed Peace ahead of you.This is a riveting true story of a young woman who finds herself away from her home country. Yearning to fit into her...

Since the time Evan was two years old, he has been running all over the place. No one seemed to be able to keep up with him. His mom had to keep telling him, “Evan, slow down.” Then one day, everything changed when Evan had his first...

Welcome to Book 1 of the Sikhi Adventures Series!Embark on an enlightening journey with Sikhi Adventures - the ultimate Sikh Kids' Activity Workbook Series! Dive into a world where young Sikh children can connect deeply with the timeless...

Father Kino’s greatest wish was to be sent from his Italian mountain home to China as a missionary—to follow in the footsteps of his hero St. Francis Xavier. Instead he was sent to Mexico where his great work was the mapping and exploration...

In February 2017, Rochelle Riley was reading Twitter posts and came across a series of black-and-white photos of four-year-old Lola dressed up as different African American women who had made history. Rochelle was immediately smitten. She was so proud to...

Some say love is the answer to everything. Could this hold true in times of war? Agassin is a hunter who falls in love with the enemy. How do we find the power to love after a loss? Princess Kayindé lost her sister and longed to give all her love to her...

Florence Sabin was born in Colorado in 1871. She died in Colorado in 1953. During her lifetime, she was a working scientist and teacher at two leading medical institutions-Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and The Rockefeller Institute.In retirement, she...

Join in and share this whimsical short story about the magic of being a hairdresser! This story is to help remove the fear of being at the hairdressers, as well as encourage future generations to express creativity and become hairdressers!

This book is dedicated to all the children who have been thrown into the midst of a pandemic, in hopes of finding something positive and upbeat in every situation, pulling ourselves up and dusting ourselves off to see how to make our lives better, even...

Authors Mackenzie Bell, Kaya Bullard, Laila Butcher, Giselle Caban, Naujda Davis-Van Hook, Aisha Renée Diop, Rowan Feldman, Jennifer Leon, Mariah McCoy, Erikah Sanders, Chariot Waddell, Clover Waddell, Alanna Williams, and Jolie Wilson share their...

Dans ce livre, Michel Masson raconte l'histoire fascinante des enfants célèbres de tous les siècles et de tous les pays. Il nous présente des personnages historiques qui ont accompli de grandes choses alors qu'ils étaient encore enfants, et nous raconte...