Examines the life of pioneer aviator Amelia Earhart, who mysteriously disappeared during an around-the-world flight in 1937.

Ben Franklin was the scientist who, with the help of a kite, discovered that lightning is electricity. He was also a statesman, an inventor, a printer, and an author-a man of such amazingly varied talents that some people claimed he had magical powers! Full of all the details kids will want to know, the true story of Benjamin Franklin is by turns sad and funny, but always honest and awe-inspiring.

A biography of the famous magician who was also a movie star and a pioneer pilot.

Sacagawea was only sixteen when she made one of the most remarkable journeys in American history, traveling 4500 miles by foot, canoe, and horse-all while carrying a baby on her back! Without her, the Lewis and Clark expedition might have failed. Through this engaging book, kids will understand the reasons that today, 200 years later, she is still remembered and immortalized on a golden dollar coin.

An illustrated biography tells the life of the third president of the United States, a book-lover, self-taught architect, and author of the Declaration of Independence.

A biography of the woman who served as First Lady for the longest time, and who was the first president's wife to speak out about important issues of the day, by writing newspaper articles and books, giving radio interviews and speeches, and teaching classes.

Describes how Charles Darwin's passion for the natural world fueled his groundbreaking ideas on evolution and changed people's understanding of the natural world for years to come.

Learn about the real man behind the legend.

Profiles the fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Reagan, discussing his childhood, time in Hollywood, and presidency.

Recounts the life of Daniel Boone, most famous for opening up the West to settlers through Kentucky, and shows how he became a symbol of America's pioneering spirit.