Dennis B. Fradin

Travel back to the early days of America and meet the brilliant thinker who helped build a brand-new nation. Thomas Jefferson was a man of many talents. He was a talented architect, a curious inventor, a dedicated farmer, and a passionate reader who owned thousands of books. This engaging biography explores his fascinating life, from his childhood in Virginia to his crucial role in writing the Declaration of Independence. You will learn how his powerful words inspired colonists to fight for their freedom and how he eventually became the third President of the United States. The book also takes you inside Monticello, the famous home he designed himself, and explains the complex realities of his time. Packed with detailed illustrations and clear historical facts, this story offers a deep dive into the mind of a complex leader. It is an excellent read for anyone who wants to understand the ideas, the struggles, and the people that shaped the foundation of the United States.

Nicolaus Copernicus looked up at the sky and questioned what nearly everyone around him believed. In a time when students were taught that Earth stood still at the center of the universe, Copernicus wondered whether Earth might actually be moving around the Sun. This accessible biography introduces young readers to the Polish astronomer whose careful thinking helped transform science. You will follow his early interest in the stars, his studies, his doubts about old explanations, and the long years he spent developing ideas that many people were not ready to accept. With clear writing and full-color illustrations, the book gives readers a friendly first look at astronomy, scientific courage, and the power of asking hard questions.

Discover the brilliant mind of the man who helped build a nation and tame the skies. Benjamin Franklin is famous for flying a kite in a thunderstorm to prove that lightning is electricity, but that daring experiment was just one small part of his incredible life. You will learn how this endlessly curious thinker worked as a printer, wrote clever books, and invented fascinating new tools to solve everyday problems. His talents were so varied and amazing that some people actually believed he had magical powers! Beyond his science, he was a key leader who helped write the rules for the brand new United States. This fun and honest biography brings a founding father to life, showing how a curious kid grew up to become one of history's greatest problem solvers.

It is the freezing winter of 1856, and John Price has just made a daring escape. Crossing the icy Ohio River from Kentucky, he seeks refuge in the town of Oberlin, Ohio. At a time when the Fugitive Slave Act is strictly enforced across the country, the people of Oberlin hold a powerful belief that every person deserves to be free. John begins to build a new life in this welcoming community, but danger is never far behind. When ruthless slave catchers arrive in town and capture John, the residents of Oberlin do not just stand by. They join forces in a dramatic and risky showdown, putting their own lives and freedom on the line to demand his release. This true story reveals how ordinary people can come together to fight against injustice. Step back in time to witness a remarkable moment in history, beautifully brought to life through captivating artwork. You will discover how one man's pursuit of freedom helped ignite a movement that changed the nation forever.

Imagine trekking thousands of miles through uncharted wilderness, crossing rushing rivers and towering mountains, all while carrying a newborn baby on your back! That is exactly what Sacagawea did when she was only sixteen years old. This exciting biography tells the true story of the brave Shoshone teenager who made one of the most remarkable journeys in American history. When explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set out to map the western United States, they needed help surviving the rugged terrain and communicating with local tribes. Without Sacagawea's incredible knowledge, quick thinking, and translation skills, their famous expedition might have failed completely. You will follow her thrilling 4,500-mile adventure by foot, canoe, and horse across the country. Discover why this brilliant young woman is still celebrated more than two hundred years later, and learn the inspiring reasons why her face was immortalized on the golden dollar coin.