Who Was Walt Disney?

Highlights the life and accomplishments of the famous cartoonist who created Mickey Mouse, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and Bambi and was the owner of Walt Disney Studios and Disneyland.

Who Was Neil Armstrong?

On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong stepped on the moon and, to an audience of over 450 million people, proclaimed his step a giant leap for mankind. This Eagle Scout built his own model planes as a little boy and then grew up to be a test pilot for experimental aircraft before becoming an astronaut.

Who Was Steve Jobs?

Examines the life and accomplishments of computer industry pioneer Steve Jobs, a founder of Apple Computer, Inc.

Who Was Thomas Alva Edison?

Black-and-white illustrations on every spread and a lower reading level than other biographies in this age group makes this a highly accessible biography for upper elementary students.

Who Was Helen Keller?

An illustrated biography shows how Helen Keller, deaf and blind since the age of two, learned to communicate, read, and do other amazing things with the help of her teacher, Annie Sullivan.

Who Was Leonardo Da Vinci?

Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor.

Who Was Michael Jackson?

Born in Gary, Indiana, on August 29, 1958, Michael Jackson was definitely not a regular kid. A superstar with The Jackson 5 before he was eight years old, he became the King of Pop as a solo artist. Michael was a creative--yet deeply troubled--genius who always remained devoted to his art right up until his death is 2009 before a much anticipated tour. He had a pitch-perfect voice and footwork that his idol Fred Astaire admired. Who will ever forget the Moonwalk? Kids today who only know Jackson through video performances are nevertheless fascinated by him. Megan Stine provides a sensitive, fair-minded depiction of this unique music legend.

Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?

With clearly written text that explains this tumultuous time in history and 80 black-and-white illustrations, this Who Was biography celebrates the vision and the legacy of a remarkable man.

Who Was Louis Armstrong?

Explores how a tough black kid from New Orleans became an amazing jazz musician and band leader at a pivotal time in American history.

Who Was Mark Twain?

The fascinating life of the humorist, narrator, and social observer best known as the author of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is captured candidly in an enjoyable biography for kids who are not quite ready for long, in-depth life histories.

Who Was Anne Frank?

An easy-to-read biography looks closely at Anne Frank's life before the secret annex, what life was like in hiding from the Nazis, and the legacy of her diary.

Who Was Genghis Khan?

Named Temujin at birth by his nomadic family in early Mongolia, the great Genghis Khan used his skill and cunning to create the Mongol Empire and conquer almost the entire continent of Asia. As ruler of the largest empire in human history, he was as respected as he was feared. Learn more about the man and the legend in Who Was Genghis Khan?

Who Was Harry Houdini?

In addition to his well-known exploits as an escape artist, Harry Houdini was a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia. Illustrated throughout, this well-told biography is full of details about Houdini that will intrigue kids.

Who Was Nelson Mandela?

As a child he dreamt of changing South Africa; as a man he changed the world. Nelson Mandela spent his life battling apartheid and championing a peaceful revolution. He spent twenty-seven years in prison and emerged as the inspiring leader of the new South Africa. He became the country's first black president and went on to live his dream of change. This is an important and exciting addition to the Who Was...? series.

Who Was Dr. Seuss?

Highlights the life and accomplishments of the children's author and illustrator Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss.

The Thirteenth Knight

The elite band of knights known as the Spires are searching for a new hero to join their ranks. With only twelve knights on this team, the Spires open a competition to fulfill a mysterious prophecy. The winner of the Spires’ competition must show bravery, valor, wisdom, and heart. But finding the Thirteenth Knight might prove to be the Spires’ greatest challenge ever.

Haunted Castle on Hallows Eve (Original MTH #30, Merlin Mission #2)

Mr. Nick Is a Lunatic!

The teachers of Ella Mentry School are on strike! A.J. and the gang are getting a new principal, Mr. Nick, and he doesn't believe in rules. Mr. Nick says the students don't even have to learn if they don't want to. What could possibly go wrong?

The Karate Mouse

Geronimo Stilton gets caught up in the World Karate Champoinships thanks to the efforts of Bruce Hyena and Piccolo Tao, Bruce's super sporty cousin. Geronimo only has a week to become real champion material!

Officer Spence Makes No Sense!

When peanut butter and jelly sandwiches start disappearing from the Ella Mentry School cafeteria, the security guard, Officer Spence, goes too far when he starts arresting people and applying lie-detector tests to find the thief.

The Talking T. Rex

Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose investigate the theft of a great deal of money from the belly of a nearly life-size Tyrannosaurus Rex model that their friend, Jud Wheat, is using to raise money for a dinosaur museum.

See You Later, Gladiator

Three friends, Sam, Joe, and Fred travel through time having action-packed, outlandish adventures. The snappy dialogue and classic "boy" humor in this series of chapter books will engage the most reluctant readers.

Hey Kid, Want to Buy a Bridge?

The Time Warp Trio visits Brooklyn circa 1880s where some crazy guy is trying to build a bridge all the way across to Manhattan.

Library Book: Earthquakes

This informative book explains how earthquakes happen, describes several major quakes, and discusses how to stay safe in an earthquake.

Thea Stilton And the Prince's Emerald

When the Thea Sister's friend Ashvin is in trouble, they rush to his aid in India! Ashvin has been working to take all the monkeys that live in the big city and bring them back to their natural jungle environment. But when the monkeys steal the Indian Prince's emerald, Ashvin is devastated. Someone must be behind this terrible monkeying around. Can the Thea sisters solve the mystery?

Mouse In Space!

When an evil professor begins threatening New Mouse City with terrible inventions, Geronimo Stilton is enlisted by local authorities to embark on a top-secret mission to outer space to thwart a nefarious plot.

Who Was Leonardo Da Vinci?

Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor.