4 books about incredible people

You’re sure to be inspired by what these Americans have achieved.

As the Seas Rise By Angela Quezada Padron (Simon & Schuster) Environmental scientist Nicole Hernández was born in Guatemala, and her family moved to Florida when she was a child. This picture book explains how her childhood influenced her passion for protecting the environment. Ages 6–10 The Leadership Journey By Doris Kearns Goodwin, illustrated by Amy June Bates (Simon & Schuster) A prominent historian describes the lives of Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Roosevelt, and Lyndon B. Johnson before they were elected President. The book focuses on their childhoods. Ages 10–14 Star Sailor: My Life as a NASA Astronaut By Charles F. Bolden Jr. with Tonya Bolden (Candlewick) Charles F. Bolden Jr. recounts his historic career with NASA. He writes about his missions, including piloting the space shuttle that deployed…

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