Showing 101–106 of 106 titles

• List: Notable Children's Books
• Genre: Biography

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  We Will Not Be Silent: The White Rose Student Resistance Movement That Defied Adolf Hitler

  By Russell Freedman

  In this impeccably researched history, drawn from primary sources, readers learn about Hans and Sophie Scholl, former members of the Hitler Youth, who sacrificed their lives to spread the truth about the Nazi regime.

  • Nonfiction, History, World History, Biography
  • Notable Children's Books 2017, Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2017 (Honor Title)
  • Older
  • ISBN: 9780544223790
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  What Do You Do with a Voice Like That? The Story of Extraordinary Congresswoman Barbara Jordan

  By Chris Barton, Ekua Holmes (Illustrator)

  Stirring words and vibrant collage illustrations showcase the commanding voice of congresswoman Barbara Jordan, who shaped the political arena and created a powerful legacy.

  • Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography, Politics & Government
  • Notable Children's Books 2019
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9781481465618
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  When Angels Sing: The Story of Rock Legend Carlos Santana

  By Michael Mahin, Jose Ramirez (Illustrator)

  Bold, folk art–style illustrations and exhilarating language come together to convey the life of groundbreaking musician Carlos Santana.

  • Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts, Biography
  • Notable Children's Books 2019, Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2019 (Honor Title), Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2019 (Honor Title)
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9781534404137
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  When Stars Are Scattered

  By Victoria Jamieson (Author, Illustrator), Omar Mohamed (Author), Iman Geddy (Illustrator)

  Omar, along with his younger brother Hassan, recounts the stories of growing up as orphan refugees at a displacement camp in Kenya.

  • Nonfiction, Graphic Novels, Biography
  • Notable Children's Books 2021
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9780525553915
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  Yes We Will: Asian Americans Who Shaped This Country

  By Kelly Yang (Author)

  Yang partners with various Asian American and Asian artists to create an ode to Asian American changemakers. Biographical back matter complements the sparse text.

  • Nonfiction, Biography
  • Notable Children's Books 2023
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780593463055
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  The Youngest Marcher: The Story of Audrey Faye Hendricks, a Young Civil Rights Activist

  By Cynthia Levinson, Vanessa Brantley-Newton (Illustrator)

  The 1963 Birmingham protest was successfully accomplished by youth. The youngest, nine-year-old Audrey Faye Hendricks, proved that even the smallest voice makes a difference.

  • Nonfiction, History, Biography
  • Notable Children's Books 2018
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9781481400701

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