Eric Velasquez

A simple biography of one of the most inspirational athletes in history.

A portrait of the trailblazing Supreme Court Justice describes the prejudices that challenged her pursuit of an education and a career in law, her achievements as the second woman ever appointed to the Supreme Court and her important contributions to high-profile cases.

An adventure in Ellie's attic reveals to Keisha her responsibility when she sees kids in her class cheat on a math test.

Picture-book biography of little-known musician Joseph Bologne Saint-George.

Matthew Henson was not meant to lead an ordinary life. His dreams had sails.& They took him from the port of Baltimore, around the world, and north to the pole.No amount of fear, cold, hunger, or injustice could keep him from tasting adventure and exploring the world. &He learned to survive in the Arctic wilderness, and he stood by Admiral Peary for years on end, all for the sake of his goal.& And finally, after decades of facing danger and defying...

Jonas wants to keep the memory of his beloved Gullah grandfather alive by representing his family at the traditional storytelling contest, even though he feels like a nervous child trying to do a man's job.

Collection of poetry celebrating family.

A collection of speeches that showcases the voices of those at the reins of power and of those who are not. Read the original words, sometimes abridged and sometimes in their entirety, that have shaped our cultural fabric. Introductions provide historical context and critical insights into the meaning and impact of every speech. For each speech, writer and history lover Tonya Bolden provides an introduction-- telling us what was going on at the time,...