Yona Zeldis McDonough

Can you imagine writing your very own song before you even learn how to read? Born in Austria in 1756, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a true musical genius. He composed his first piece of music, a beautiful minuet, when he was just five years old! This fascinating biography takes you back in time to explore the incredible life of history's most famous child prodigy. You will learn how young Mozart traveled across Europe, performing his brilliant music for wealthy kings and powerful emperors. Even though he lived a short life, dying at the age of thirty-five, he left behind a massive legacy of more than 600 musical works. Step into the exciting world of eighteenth-century Europe and discover the history of opera, the evolution of musical instruments, and the extraordinary career of a boy who changed classical music forever.

Take a seat on the bus that changed American history forever. In 1955, a quiet seamstress named Rosa Parks was riding home from work in Montgomery, Alabama, when she was told to give up her seat to a white passenger. When she bravely refused, her simple act of defiance sparked a massive wave of protests across the entire country. You will learn about the intense struggles of segregation and how Rosa's incredible courage earned her the title of the Mother of the Civil Rights Movement. This inspiring and easy-to-read biography shows young readers how standing up for what is right, even when it is frightening, can inspire millions of people and change the world for the better.

Listen to the vibrant sounds of early jazz through the incredible life of a true musical genius. Growing up in a tough neighborhood in New Orleans, young Louis Armstrong found himself in a reform school, where a kind teacher handed him a cornet. That single instrument changed his life forever. You will follow his journey from playing in local brass bands to becoming a world-famous trumpet player and band leader. With his unique voice and brilliant improvisations, Louis pushed music into exciting new directions that no one had ever heard before. This inspiring biography shows how a young boy with a passion for rhythm overcame massive obstacles to shape American music and become one of the most beloved entertainers in history.

Unlock the legendary life of one of history's bravest heroes! Born into slavery in Maryland, Harriet Tubman knew firsthand how cruel and unfair life could be. But she refused to accept that destiny. After hearing about a secret network called the Underground Railroad, Harriet made a daring and dangerous journey north to freedom all by herself. But she didn't stop there. Risking her own life over and over again, she returned to the South to help guide countless others to safety. Throughout her long life, this amazing woman proved exactly how much of a difference just one person can make. Discover the incredible true story of Harriet Tubman's courage, leadership, and fight for freedom in this inspiring biography made perfectly for young readers!