Deze serie duikt in de vormende kinderjaren van opmerkelijke Amerikaanse persoonlijkheden, waaronder uitvinders, presidenten, kunstenaars en sporters. Elke biografie belicht cruciale momenten, vroege uitdagingen en de dromen die toekomstige leiders en innovators vormden. Lezers ontdekken de inspiraties en dagelijkse ervaringen die deze individuen op pad zetten naar buitengewone prestaties. Het biedt een boeiend inkijkje in hoe gewone beginselen buitengewone impact hadden op de Amerikaanse geschiedenis.
Young readers will discover the formative experiences and influences that shaped Amelia Earhart into the pioneering aviator she became. This volume of the Childhood of Famous Americans series highlights her early life, showcasing the traits and events that contributed to her remarkable achievements.
The biography highlights Jesse Owens' remarkable journey from poverty to Olympic glory, where he famously won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. It emphasizes his triumph over racial discrimination and societal barriers, showcasing his determination and resilience. The book is complemented by illustrations that enhance the narrative of his inspiring achievements.
Albert Einstein is a household name synonymous with genius around the world. His work unlocked mysteries of the universe and also impacted everyday conveniences like remote controls and televisions. And while most are familiar with Einstein’s adult wisdom (and wild hair), do you know what he was like as a child?From his passion for music—he played both the violin and the piano—to his early curiosity for understanding the mysteries of science, in this narrative biography you’ll learn all about Albert Einstein’s childhood and the influences that shaped the life of a remarkable man.
Explore the childhood of legendary US President Abraham Lincoln, whose legacy as a Civil War leader and lover of freedom makes him an unforgettable all-star in American history.Abraham Lincoln received less than two years of formal education, but he had a passion for he would walk for miles to borrow a book and eventually taught himself to become a lawyer. His legal career lead to a term in the US House of Representatives, and he was later selected as the Republican presidential candidate in 1860 and elected president. Shortly after his inauguration, the Civil War broke out, and for the rest of his life, Lincoln served as a wartime president, achieving the hugely challenging task of keeping the Union together until the Confederate surrender in April of 1865. Weeks later Lincoln was assassinated, but his legacy lives on.From his humble beginnings in a Kentucky log cabin to his stepmother’s encouragement of education, the details of Abraham Lincoln’s childhood are revealed in this narrative biography about the events and influences that made him into the exceptional American leader he became.
Concentrates on the boyhood of Bill Cody, Pony Express rider, scout, showman, and buffalo hunter.
The book explores the life of Ronald Reagan, highlighting his journey from a prominent movie star to becoming the 40th president of the United States. Through a collection of color and black-and-white illustrations, it captures key moments in his career and personal life, offering insights into how his Hollywood background influenced his political persona and legacy.
How did a farm boy in Missouri grow up to be the father of Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Pluto, Goofy, and scores of other beloved characters? Here is the childhood story of an American original.
