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Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
xi, 83 pages : illustrations (some color), map ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"In the voice of one of the most iconic and beloved political figures of the twentieth century comes a book on citizenship for the future voters of the twenty-first century. Eleanor Roosevelt published the original edition of When You Grow Up to Vote in 1932, the same year her husband was elected president. The new edition has updated information and back matter as well as fresh, bold art from award-winning artist Grace Lin. Beginning with government...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Eleanor Roosevelt is perhaps best known for her role as First Lady, wife to President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. But this strong-willed woman was a skilled politician in her own right, who overcame her own prejudices to fight for the rights of women, blacks and the poor. This inspiring biography tells of Eleanor Roosevelt's development from a lonely, orphaned teenager to a determined, socially conscious woman, beloved in the United States and throughout...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
810L
Language
English
Description
In June of 1939, the United States played host to two very special guests. British monarchs King George VI and Queen Elizabeth were coming to America. As it was the first visit ever by reigning British royalty, it was a chance for America to build a stronger relationship with the British, especially in those challenging times. On the domestic side, many people didn't have jobs, housing, or food. Internationally, Adolf Hitler, Germany's leader, was...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 5
Lexile measure
1120L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Eleanor Roosevelt, Fighter for Justice shows young readers how the former First Lady evolved from a poor little rich girl to a protector and advocate for those without a voice. Though now seen as a cultural icon, she was a woman deeply insecure about her looks and her role in the world. But by recognizing her fears and constantly striving to overcome her prejudices, she used her proximity to presidents and her own power to aid in the fight for Civil...
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
106 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
A biography of the woman who served as First Lady for the longest time, and who was the first President's wife to speak out about important issues of the day, by writing newspapers articles and books, giving radio interviews and speeches, and teaching classes.
9) Eleanor
Author
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
c1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
[40] p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents the difficult childhood of Eleanor Roosevelt, who suffered the loss of both parents and had to overcome shyness and loneliness.
Author
Publisher
Disney/Hyperion Books
Pub. Date
c2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
A biography of Eleanor Roosevelt, the most socially and politically active--and controversial--First Lady America had ever seen. Ambassador, activist, and champion of civil rights, Eleanor Roosevelt changed the soul of America forever. Includes selected quotes from Eleanor's own writings.
Author
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Pub. Date
c2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
A brief biography describing the childhood, education, private life, and years of public service of the popular First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt.
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