Tells the life story of history-making physicist Albert Einstein, describing his beginnings as a scientist, his experiences in Nazi Germany, his arrival in the U.S., and his major accomplishments, and includes a chronology.

Ben Franklin was the scientist who, with the help of a kite, discovered that lightning is electricity. He was also a statesman, an inventor, a printer, and an author-a man of such amazingly varied talents that some people claimed he had magical powers! Full of all the details kids will want to know, the true story of Benjamin Franklin is by turns sad and funny, but always honest and awe-inspiring.

Illustrations and simple text provide young readers with a brief introduction to the life and accomplishments of Sacagawea.

The man who saved the lives of his PT-109 crewmen during WWII and became the 35th president fought-and won-his first battle at the age of two-and-a-half, when he was stricken with scarlet fever. Although his presidency was cut short, our nation's youngest elected leader left an indelible mark on the American consciousness and now is profiled in our Who Was...? series. Included are 100 black-and-white illustrations as well as a timeline that guides...

Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor.

A biography of the Beatles, the world's most famous rock band.

Profiles the "King of Rock 'n Roll," focusing on how he got his start in singing and how his style influenced later musicians.

"In 1789, George Washington became the first president of the United States. He has been called the father of our country for leading America through its early years. Washington also served in two major wars during his lifetime: the French and Indian War and the American Revolution"--Amazon.com.

Walt Disney always loved to entertain people. Often it got him into trouble. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this biography reveals the man behind the magic.