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Author
Publisher
YWAM Pub
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 8
Physical Desc
215 pages : 1 map ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
With the heart of an explorer and the passion of an evangelist, David Livingstone mapped vast, unexplored areas of Africa, sharing the gospel with whomever he encountered.
3) Hidden child
Author
Publisher
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pub. Date
2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
73 p.: ill. (some col.); 31 cm.
Language
English
Description
The author details his difficult experiences as a young Jewish child living in Nazi-occupied France during the 1940s.
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
When Paul Revere warned colonists the British army was coming, he helped prepare a nation for battle. This exciting book will take readers through Revere's life as a silver- and goldsmith and on his midnight ride at the start of the American Revolution. Through achievable content and language, beginning readers will engage with important historical facts and ideas. A helpful timeline of events and colorful images enhance the story of one of American...
Author
Pub. Date
2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
A portrait of the passionate performer and civil rights advocate Josephine Baker, the woman who worked her way from the slums of St. Louis to the grandest stages in the world. Meticulously researched by both author and artist, Josephine's powerful story of struggle and triumph is an inspiration and a spectacle, just like the legend herself.
Author
Publisher
YWAM Publishing
Pub. Date
1998, 2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 8
Physical Desc
1 online resource (1 audio file (5hr., 11 min.)) : digital.
Language
English
Description
William Carey's (1761-1834) amazing journey to India would prove to be just the beginning of a missionary quest filled with hardship and heartache as well as tremendous victories. Often referred to as "the father of modern missions," William displayed a single-minded determination to set his face like a flint to the task of bringing the gospel to those lost in darkness. His life of service and sacrifice is a guidepost to Christians of all generations....
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book, in graphic-novel format, tells of the life of George Washington, who led the Continental Army and became the first president of the United States.
Author
Publisher
YWAM Pub
Pub. Date
c1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 8
Physical Desc
205 p. : 1 map ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Hudson survived his perilous maiden voyage to his beloved China. With his heart set in determined obedience to God, and trusting the provision of the One who had called, Hudson overcame persecution and almost overwhelming personal losses to bring to bring God's truth to the "ripe harvest fields" of China.
Today, Hudson Taylor's story continues to challenge and inspire believers young and old to carry the anchoring gospel message, regardless of personal...
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p.: col. ill.; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
A biography telling the life story of Booker T. Washington, along with his accomplishments toward promoting the education of African Americans. Written in graphic-novel format.
Author
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Newbery-Honor winning author Joyce Sidman explores the extraordinary life and scientific discoveries of Maria Merian, who discovered the truth about metamorphosis and documented the science behind the mystery in this visual biography that features many original paintings by Maria herself."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In graphic novel format, tells the life story of President Thomas Jefferson, who authored the Declaration of Independence"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Emerald Books
Pub. Date
[2014], 2014
Physical Desc
192 pages : map ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
"As a child growing up in Detroit, Ben Carson (1951-) has a dream of becoming a physician, a dream that rose out of struggles with poverty, racism, and poor grades. As Ben persevered and strove for academic excellence, his life became one of compassion and service"--Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Long-serving congressman, Vice President, and now President. Joe Biden's journey to the highest position in the land has been long and winding. As a child, he didn't let his stutter stop him from success; as a senator, he carried on despite personal heartbreak; and now, as president, we'll see all this man can do. Learn about the spectacular life of America's 46th president"--