The age of innocence is that period between 1945 and 1965. World War II has just ended, and thousands of servicemen are returning from home. Some, as in the case of Frank Stoneman, are returning home to wives and children they have not seen for more than three years.Frank, Thelma, and Earl live in a small house in Pasadena when Bruce arrives on the scene. The family moves to nearby Azusa, and a third son, Jack, makes his debut.Thelma has kept a photo album for each of the t...

Tyler Perry is known for wearing many different hats and wigs, such as actor, director, screenwriter, playwright, producer, author, and now comic book character. His inspiring life story has had dramatic highs and lows that have launched him to super stardom. Perry ’s signature Madea character continues to entertain and break box office records.

In the captivating pages of "A Woman of the World," Ella Wheeler Wilcox weaves a tale of passion, betrayal, and the indomitable spirit of a woman who defies societal norms. Meet Helen Sterling, a brilliant and ambitious writer who dares to live on her own terms. As she navigates the treacherous waters of love and loss, she encounters a cast of unforgettable characters who challenge her beliefs and test her resolve. From the enigmatic Count de Valois to the enigmatic Dr. Meredith, Helen's j...

In her amazing diary, Anne Frank revealed the challenges and dreams common for any young girl. But Hitler brought her childhood to an end and forced her and her family into hiding. Who Was Anne Frank? looks closely at Annes life before the secret annex, what life was like in hiding, and the legacy of her diary. Black-and-white illustrations including maps and diagrams provide historical and visual reference in an easy-to-read biography written in a way that is appropriate and acc...

This biography is the first ever for young readers on the inspiring life of June Callwood, one of Canada's greatest writers and humanitarians. Filled with images and details of June's life from her humble beginnings in small-town Ontario to her much-lauded contributions later in her life, June Callwood: A life of Action gives children everywhere inspiration for a life well lived and full of service to others.

The uplifting memoir of U.S. national soccer team goalkeeper Tim Howard, adapted for young readers.In this heartwarming and candid account, Tim Howard opens up about how a hyperactive kid from New Jersey with Tourette Syndrome defied the odds to become one of the world's premier goalkeepers.Tim shares his remarkable journey in an accessible way that will speak to soccer fans, kids struggling with issues that make them feel "different," and any young person looking for a com...

A biography series featuring some of the most important people from history and today.I am one of the most gifted minds that ever lived. I am a Nobel Prize-winning physicist. I was expelled from school as a young child. I am Albert Einstein.Learn all about this brilliant man, whose accomplishments are truly remarkable in Scholastic's biography series: I Am. The series features full-color illustrated covers, one-color illustrations throughout, a timeline, an introduction to the peop...

Though much of his early life remains a mystery, Blackbeard most likely began his life as Edward Teach in the sailing port of Bristol, England. He began his career as a hired British sailor during Queen Anne’s War. He eventually settled in the Bahamas under Captain Benjamin Hornigold who taught the young sailor to go "a-pirating." Soon enough, Blackbeard was commanding his own fleet and stealing ships around the Caribbean and up and down the Eastern seaboard. Known for his thick, black bea...

Since the days of ancient Egypt, women have demonstrated their skills as leaders. The last copule of hundred years, however, have seen increasing numbers of self-made women of distinction take their place on the world stage, many in positions of leadershi

Space is the final frontier and this collection features ten women who have made an important contribution to the exploration of space. This book shows the particular challenges faced by women in their quest to discover more about our universe.

This addition to the Badger Biographies series for young readers tells the story of Les Paul, the legendary “Wizard of Waukesha,” who pioneered the solid body electric guitar, multi-track recording, and many other musical inventions. Fascinated since boyhood with musical technology, the young Les moved from experimenting with his mother’s player piano and phonograph to developing his own amplifier and tinkering with crystal radios.After leaving his hometown of Waukesha at age 17 to...

Discover the lives of women artists from the 16th century to the present day, such as the early feminist Artemisia Gentileschi, the adventurous Emily Carr, the flamboyant Frida Kahlo, and the brilliant Georgia O’Keeffe.