Ordinary people change the world (Picture books)

Follows Abraham Lincoln from his childhood to the presidency, showing how he spoke up about fairness and eventually led the country to abolish slavery.

Presents the life of the first female pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, who mysteriously disappeared in 1937 while attempting to fly around the world.

"We can all be heroes. That's the inspiring message of this New York Times Bestselling picture book biography series from historian and author Brad Meltzer. When Helen Keller was very young, she got a rare disease that made her deaf and blind. Suddenly, she couldn't see or hear at all, and it was hard for her to communicate with anyone. But when she was six years old, she met someone who would change her life forever: her teacher, Annie Sullivan....

Discusses the life and achievements of iconic comedienne Lucille Ball while offering insights into how humor can enrich life.

Presents an illustrated biography of the conservationist and scientist known for her work with chimpanzees and her championing of animal rights.

Highlights the life and career of the Indian statesman and nationalist, from his youth to his civil disobedience to his assassination.

"A biography of Sacagawea, the Shoshone woman who served as a translator for the Lewis and Clark Expedition."--Provided by publisher.

"A biography of Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an illustrated biography of the tennis star, from her childhood and early competitive career to her role as activist for equality in sports.

"A biography of Walt Disney with a focus on his work making dreams come true for himself and for generations of children"--Provided by publisher.

"Ever since Benjamin Franklin was a child, he was curious about the world around him, and was always trying to improve things-even himself. His focus on hard work and experimentation eventually led to his important discoveries about electricity and to his crucial part in the creation of the United States of America. Benjamin Franklin's contributions to science, politics, and writing have made a lasting mark on American history and the world."--book...

Profiles the legendary country music artist, reading advocate, and philanthropist who has sent over one hundred fifty million free books to children through her Imagination Library, and describes the hardships she overcame.

"Malala Yousafzai won the Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 17 for speaking out against injustice even when it was terrifying to do so. She was an ordinary Muslim girl who wanted to attend school, and she refused to stop protesting for her rights even after being attacked by a powerful group in Pakistan who wanted women to remain in the shadows. She continues to fight for women’s rights and free education for children all over the world."--publisher's...

"This book spotlights John Lewis, known for his role in the Civil Rights Movement, having helped organize the March on Washington and the Selma Voting Rights March, and for his lifelong dedication to public service as a member of the House of Representatives. John Lewis was never afraid to get in good trouble." --

"This book spotlights female scientist Temple Grandin, whose experience being on the autism spectrum has informed her advocacy and her work as an animal behaviorist. Temple Grandin’s pride in being different and how it shaped her world is celebrated in this biography." --publishers' website