Famous Lives: Sets 1 - 2

Learning about those who shaped history begins at a young age. George Washington, Harriet Tubman, and Abraham Lincoln are just some of the names that come up in the classroom--and for good reason. Along with Ben Franklin and Rosa Parks, among others, these famous individuals improved our world during their extraordinary lives. Through both main content and a detailed timeline, readers will learn biographical information about influential historical figures, from their childhoods to their greatest triumphs. Accessible language and colorful images will draw readers into the past as they absorb the inspirational stories of some of history's most influential people. Historical information supports standards-based social studies curriculum - Colorful images enhance the main text - Achievable content engages younger readers - Timelines provide another way to learn information