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When John Adams met Abigail Smith, he found her intelligent, but “not fond, not frank, not candid.” Abigail was equally unimpressed. All of that changed, however, and they married on October 25, 1764. Through the long years of John’s service as a delegate to the Continental Congress and later as a foreign diplomat, the couple was often apart and kept in touch by letter. For her part, Abigail struggled to run their farm and raise their four children alone. Yet, John and Abigail’s relationship remained strong. John & Abigail Adams offers a behind-the-scenes look at this remarkable ...

Growing up disabled can be an isolating experience. As much as you might be surrounded by loving and well-meaning friends and family, chances are no one close to you is going through this alongside you . . . until now! From navigating sports at school, to facing the confusion of getting given free stuff all the time, to juggling hospital trips alongside your social life, this anthology of firsthand experiences of childhood disability will be a welcome companion for disabled children.

They began as Johnny and the Moondogs, and they weren't very good. But these teens who loved music more than anything kept working at their craft and playing on any small stage they could find. And eventually they became the most recognizable, most influential rock and roll band of all time. How? Through dedicated teamwork, shared passion, and love. They knew that the best music is the music you make together!

Blessed with a natural talent and unwavering determination, Cole Palmer proved himself a footballing prodigy from a young age. Quickly rising through the youth ranks at Manchester City and later joining their main squad as part of the winning team who took home victories for the Premier League, FA cup and UEFA Championship all in the same year, he then signed with Chelsea FC in 2023. Known for his composure, this attacking midfielder is one of the best young footballers in the world.

Joey Guerrero, a native of the Philippines, was diagnosed with leprosy (Hansen’s disease) as World War II unfolded in Europe and Asia. Soon after the Japanese occupied the Philippines, Joey—believing she would die soon—joined the guerrilla movement to complete covert missions in support of the Allies. Because of her condition, she was rarely searched by Japanese soldiers, which allowed her to courier secret messages, including an invaluable minefield map that she taped to her back.

The eerie sound was first heard in March of 1848 at the home of the Fox family in Hydesville, New York. The family’s two daughters, Kate and Maggie, soon discovered that they could communicate with the spirit that was making these uncanny noises; he told them he had been a traveling peddler who had been murdered. This strange incident, and the ones that followed, generated a media frenzy beyond anything the Fox sisters could have imagined.

Celebrate 50+ artists who broke barriers, took risks, and changed the world of entertainment forever! While these creatives came from different backgrounds and overcame unique struggles, they had one thing in common: they would not take "You can't" for an answer. With a don't-give-up attitude, these fearless firsts fought for what they believed in and created a better artistic world.

“Tell me a little girl story,” was a bedtime request from Patsy Redden’s 6-year-old daughter, Elina. She became fascinated by the “old-time” stories her mom told about being a girl growing up on a farm in north-central Kansas during the 1950s. What did little girls do to have fun before the time of television and other electronic entertainment? What was it like to go to a country school with one teacher for eight grades?

Abigail Adams lived through the Revolutionary War and became the First Lady of the second president of the United States. Though women of her time could not vote, govern, or own property, Abigail believed that women should not be ruled by laws they did not make. Although she did not see these rights come to women, she never gave up talking, writing, and perhaps most important, believing that women were equal to men. Her courage and strength enabled her to help her husband create a new country. She never fired a gun, but her pen was a weapon that helped win freedom for her country—and herself.

Taylor Swift is one of the most famous musical artists in the world! Before she became a big star, she was a little girl who loved country music and writing stories. Explore how she went from growing up on a Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania to being an international role model and the youngest person ever to win the Entertainer of the Year award.

As an environmental journalist and conservationist, Marjory Stoneman Douglas spent her life fighting to preserve the Florida Everglades. Now celebrated as a subtropical paradise with a diverse ecosystem, the Everglades was once considered a worthless swamp. Marjory recognized the wetlands as a treasured river, home to an array of species unlike anywhere else in the world—and she was determined to help protect it.

Every new generation of children should be enthralled by stories of famous people from their history. The legends of Africa series are fictionalized stories about real legends of Africa from the continent and the African diaspora. This is the story of Mansa Musa, written in easy to read texts which can be read to young children. Older children will also enjoy this story because they are easy to read and understand. It is the fictionalized story of one of the greatest rulers of the Mali Empire. Under Mansa Musa, Mali became a wealthy nation . Mansa Musa is also believed to be the richest man...

Discover the true story of P. T. Barnum, the man who created the world-famous Barnum & Bailey Circus, as featured in the movie The Greatest Showman!

This biography of James Clerk Maxwell tells the story of one of the greatest physicists of the nineteenth century. Maxwell discovered the relationship between electricity, magnetism, and light, which prepared the way for radio waves and the internet. Albert Einstein, who developed the theory of relativity, said, “I stand not on the shoulders of Newton, but on the shoulders of James Clerk Maxwell.” Maxwell’s work on color theory, thermodynamics and physics laid the foundation for modern science. What many do not know, is that James Clerk Maxwell considered his greatest discovery to be ...

Caitlin Clark was a trailblazer in the world of college basketball and is now a player for the WNBA! Before she became a basketball star, she was a little girl who loved playing and watching sports with her family. Explore how she used her skills, dedication, and love of the game to go from being a kid in Iowa to being a record-breaking athlete and role model.

Before Raphael Warnock became a pastor and the first Black senator from Georgia, he was a little boy whose father told him to get up, get dressed, put on his shoes, and get ready! So that’s what he did, along every step of his journey. From his work boots to his marching band shoes to his shiny lace-ups, Senator Reverend Warnock found the right shoes to fit his feet and to carry him toward his dreams.

Big dreams start at home plate. This powerful collection features 28 all-time greats who didn’t just play baseball—they changed it. From historic trailblazers to modern sluggers, each chapter introduces a legendary player who showed how far focus, hustle, and determination can go. Each story includes a life lesson, best moments, fun facts, and mini bio Features male and female players across generations Perfect for ages 8–13, especially fans of Little League and MLB Great way to inspire perseverance, self-discipline, and goal-settingBaseball teaches more than sports—it teaches life....

This collection features 25 inspiring tales of women in science, technology, engineering, and math. Learn about how these women solved problems, made incredible breakthroughs, and paved the way for future scientists everywhere. Create a computer with mathematician Ada Lovelace. Design a robot with engineer Cynthia Breazeal. And help others with Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first African American woman to become a doctor of medicine.

From playground to pro court—this is where legends begin. Packed with inspiring stories of 25 basketball superstars, this book helps kids see what it really takes to succeed: hustle, heart, and never giving up. Each legend—from historic icons to today’s game-changers—has a story that motivates and teaches life lessons. Chapters include a life lesson, top 5 highlights, 10 fun facts, and a mini bio Features male and female players from different backgrounds and eras High-interest nonfiction for boys and girls ages 7–13 Great for classroom libraries, sports fans, and future MVPsThis ...

Venomous spiders, delicate silk, and science experiments filled Nan Songer’s days and nights—her home in California overflowed with many-legged critters. With inspiration from a friend, Nan began to study how spider silk could be harvested. The finely woven material spiders used to create webs was much stronger than it looked, and Nan was eager to unlock its potential and hopefully help her country at the same time. At the height of WWII, she studied different spiders before landing on the poisonous black widow as the perfect spider to experiment with.