Legendary African AmericansAge Level: 11–up Grade Level: 6–up Perfect for middle and high school readers, this series spotlights inspirational African Americans both current and historical. These biographies offer ample information and insight for curious minds who wish to explore the personal and professional accomplishments of these men and women. Inspirational African-American biographies Contemporary and historical figures, high-interest subjects with curriculum tie-ins Even-handed accounts of subjects' personal lives and professional accomplishments Supports the history/social studies and English/language arts curricula6" x 9" 96pp. Illus. with black-and-white illustrations Contains chapter notes, a chronology, a further reading list, and an index Fall 2014Series Lexile: 0 Page 1 of 3123 The Life of Aretha Franklin Queen of Soul Silvia Anne Sheafer Author Silvia Anne Sheafer relates the entertaining life and career of this legend of soul music, from her childhood in Detroit, through her struggles with personal heartache and racial prejudice, to her continued success as a major force in the music industry...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-6229-0 Binding: eBookList Price: $36.27Discount Price: $27.20 ISBN: 978-0-7660-6225-2 Binding: HardcoverList Price: $31.61Discount Price: $23.71 ee HCHC Loading… The Life of Arthur Ashe Smashing the Color Barrier in Tennis David K. Wright An interesting look at the life and career of this talented tennis legend, Arthur Ashe was the first African-American male ever to play professional tennis, and would go on to win thirty-three tournaments...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-6264-1 Binding: eBookList Price: $36.27Discount Price: $27.20 ISBN: 978-0-7660-6260-3 Binding: HardcoverList Price: $31.61Discount Price: $23.71 ee HCHC Loading… The Life of Benjamin Banneker Astronomer and Mathematician Laura Baskes Litwin Benjamin Banneker, born in 1731, was a man ahead of his time. As a free African American in a time of slavery, Banneker was not welcome in white society, and he spent most of his life on his Maryland farm...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-6116-3 Binding: eBookList Price: $36.27Discount Price: $27.20 ISBN: 978-0-7660-6112-5 Binding: HardcoverList Price: $31.61Discount Price: $23.71 ee HCHC Loading… The Life of Carter G. Woodson Father of African-American History Robert F. Durden Carter G. Woodson, born just ten years after the Civil War ended, grew up in the lingering shadow of slavery. The son of former slaves, Woodson became the first scholar of African-American history, creating this field of university study...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-6126-2 Binding: eBookList Price: $36.27Discount Price: $27.20 ISBN: 978-0-7660-6122-4 Binding: HardcoverList Price: $31.61Discount Price: $23.71 ee HCHC Loading… The Life of Dr. Charles Drew Blood Bank Innovator Anne Schraff Today, thanks to the work of a brilliant young doctor, blood banks and successful blood transfusions are commonplace. Dr. Charles Drew's pioneering research with blood plasma and storage made this possible...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-6269-6 Binding: eBookList Price: $36.27Discount Price: $27.20 ISBN: 978-0-7660-6265-8 Binding: HardcoverList Price: $31.61Discount Price: $23.71 ee HCHC Loading… The Life of Duke Ellington Giant of Jazz Wendie C. Old Duke Ellington's brilliance as a jazz composer; bandleader; and pianist has never been equaled. The winner of eleven Grammy Awards, Duke Ellington, achieved success in New York's Cotton Club, wrote musical scores for stage plays, movies, and even composed his own short opera...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-6131-6 Binding: eBookList Price: $36.27Discount Price: $27.20 ISBN: 978-0-7660-6127-9 Binding: HardcoverList Price: $31.61Discount Price: $23.71 ee HCHC Loading… Page 1 of 3123 Loading… Loading… Loading... eBook: List Price: $580.32 Discount Price: $435.20 + Add to wish list Hardcover: List Price: $505.76 Discount Price: $379.36 + Add to wish list Please log in Log in or register to create a wish list. Login or Register Loading…