Rookie biographies

An introduction to the life of the African American scientist who overcame great hardship to make unusual and important discoveries in the field of agriculture.

A brief overview of the life of the man who was President of the United States during the difficult years of the Civil War and who issued the Emancipation Proclamation freeing the slaves.

When George Washington Carver grew up, African Americans were not allowed to attend most schools. Yet he never gave up on his intense desire to further his education. Read about how Carver worked to become a top agricultural scientistand how he used his knowledge to better the lives of poor farmers.

Presents a brief overview of the life of the third President.

A biography of Mae Jemison, the first female African American astronaut.

A biography on Ruby Bridges and how she stood up against racism and hatred to help integrate Louisiana's school system.

An introduction to the life and career of the American president.

Presents the life and career of Serena Williams, from her childhood to the world of professional tennis.

Presents the career of Alexander Hamilton, who rose from humble beginnings to become a delegate to the Constitutional Convention and the first Secretary of the Treasury.