“barbara kramer”

- Uses real stories about heroes to teach values- High-interest biographies encourage reading- Biographical information for report writers. Fills the need for biographies written in simple text and presented in readable type- Supports the Social Studies and English/Language Arts curricula- Illus. wi... More

At the beginning of the twentieth century, Hopi-Tewa potter Nampeyo revitalized Hopi pottery by creating a contemporary style inspired by prehistoric ceramics. Nampeyo (ca. 1860-1942) made clay pots at a time when her people had begun using manufactured vessels, and her skill helped convert pottery-... More

-- Fills the need for high-interest biographies on astronauts, inspiring manned spaceflights, and planets.-- Answers the call for books in the space curriculum.... More

The winner of the prestigious Tour de France an amazing six times is also a cancer survivor. Since his recovery, Armstrong has dedicated himself to educating the public about cancer and raising money for research. He is a role model as a survivor, as an athlete, and as a person making a difference i... More

- Uses real stories about heroes to teach values- High-interest biographies encourage reading- Biographical information for report writers. Fills the need for biographies written in simple text and presented in readable type- Supports the Social Studies and English/Language Arts curricula- Illus. wi... More

-- 100+ page biographies of inspirational African Americans.-- Explores both the personal and professional lives of these exemplary men and women.... More