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 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 Steve Jobs?

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

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 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 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 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 Albert Einstein?

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 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.

Robots

Written in a comprehensive style, a skill-building reader for young enthusiasts profiles robot history and innovation while describing the potential of robots currently being developed.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #1

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Encyclopedia Brown Takes the Case

In each book, fifth-grade detective "Encyclopedia" Leroy Brown solves ten mysteries. Solutions are found in the back of the book, challenging readers to practice their own skills as sleuths (and critical thinkers).

Marco? Polo!

Joe, Fred, and Sam embark on their 16th time warp adventure, which takes them to 13th-century China. They encounter sandstorms, desert bandits, a smelly camel, strange horoscopes, the emperor, and a very famous explorer named Marco Polo.

The Jaguar's Jewel

Dink's uncle is the curator of a museum with a dazzling new treasure--a statue of a jaguar cradling an emerald between its front paws. Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose discover that the emerald has been replaced with a fake.

Mr. Clumsy

Mr. Clumsy has broken three alarm clocks this week. Three! He's just so clumsy: always walking into things and tripping over. He looks clumsy, too, don't you think?

Andrew Lost with the Frogs

Ten-year-old Andrew invents a shrinking machine that allows him some unusual and instructive lessons in science from a unique vantage point.

How I Went from Bad to Verse

Roses are red, Violets are blue, Zack can't stop rhyming: Now what will he do?

Mr. Cooper Is Super!

A.J. and the gang at Ella Mentry School are in for a super surprise when a new teacher, Mr. Cooper, take over their third grade class.

The Super Chef Contest

Each Geronimo Stilton book is fast-paced, with lively full-color art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love. My cousin Trap was entering the Super Chef Contest, which determines the best cook on Mouse Island--and he was bringing me along as an assistant! Slimy Swiss cheese, I don't know the first thing about cooking fancy dishes... and I didn't think Trap did, either. What an appetizing adventure!

Moonlight on the Magic Flute (Original MTH #41, Merlin Mission #13)

The Pinstripe Ghost

Mike and Kate are waiting for Kate's mom at a boring press conference in Yankee Stadium when the team official says something that makes Mike perk up his ears. There are rumors that the ghost of Babe Ruth is haunting the new stadium! A chill air blasts down a service hallway before every home game, along with various thumps and bumps. Is the Bambino really searching for his missing locker?