Biographies

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Johnny Appleseed

Johnathan Chapman loved apples so much, he dedicated his life to them. He also loved the animals and children he met on his travels around America. How did one man plant so many apple trees?… More →

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Spring 2025 Cover: Leemos sobre Paul Bunyan (We Read About Paul Bunyan)

Leemos sobre Paul Bunyan (We Read About Paul Bunyan)

I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a young reader and an adult. Paul was a big bundle of joy when he was born. The trouble was, he grew so big that he couldn't… More →

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Spring 2025 Cover: Lonnie Johnson

Lonnie Johnson

Who tried again and again to improve his design for a super-powerful water blaster? Lonnie Johnson! After years of tinkering with things and figuring out how they worked, he got the idea for… More →

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Spring 2025 Cover: Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan

Who tried again and again to succeed as a basketball player and to design great sneakers for athletes? Michael Jordan! Through hard work and determination, Michael became one of the greatest… More →

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Spring 2025 Cover: Ole Kirk Christiansen

Ole Kirk Christiansen

Who tried again and again to make toys for children to buy and love? Ole Kirk Chistiansen! The Danish carpenter overcame poverty and other hardships to keep building and creating new… More →

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Paul Bunyan

Paul was a big bundle of joy when he was born. The trouble was, he grew so big that he couldn't fit in the house! What did his parents do when he became taller than the trees? Paul Bunyan was More →

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Spring 2025 Cover: The Person Behind the Brand

The Person Behind the Brand

In this five-book set, learn about the people behind some of the most well-known brands in the world. Meet Bobbi Brown, the person behind Bobbi Brown Cosmetics. Learn all about Henry Ford,… More →

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We Read About Paul Bunyan

I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a young reader and an adult. Paul was a big bundle of joy when he was born. The trouble was, he grew so big that he couldn't… More →

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