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Which president helped American soldiers fight for freedom during the Revolutionary War--when he was just 13 years old? Andrew Jackson! As an adult, he led American troops against the British in the War of 1812. Then he became the seventh president of the United States. Look inside to discover more about Andrew Jackson, including what his childhood was like and the different ways we remember him today.
9) Andrew Luck
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From his earliest days on the field, quarterback Andrew Luck's incredible skills and quick thinking have set him on a path to becoming a champion player. After graduating from Stanford University, Andrew was chosen by the Indianapolis Colts as the very first pick of the 2012 NFL draft. During his rookie season, he ran, passed, and handed off the football for a total gain of 4,374 yards (4,000 m). This was more than any other rookie quarterback in...
10) Blake Griffin
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Blake Griffin is one of basketball's brightest young stars. After being picked first in the NBA draft by the Los Angeles Clippers, he soon became well known for his amazing slam dunks. In 2013, Blake led the Clippers to their first division championship. In addition to being a dazzling athlete, the young forward has used his basketball skills to help others. During his rookie season, he pledged to give $100 for each slam dunk he made that year to...
11) Lebron James
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NBA superstar LeBron James is a living legend. For years he has dazzled fans--first for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and then for the Miami Heat. During his rookie season, he set a record as the youngest player to score more than 40 points in a game. In 2012 and 2013, he helped the Heat win two NBA championships. Despite moving to Miami, LeBron has never forgotten his hometown of Akron, Ohio. He has donated money to renovate his old high school's basketball...
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In 1814, while President James Madison was living in the White House, British troops arrived in Washington, D.C., and burned down the building. Why? Young readers will find out as they read about his two terms as president, as well as his early life and his important role in creating the Constitution of the United States. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Madison is remembered and honored today. Each...
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John Adams was the second president of the United States, but he was the first to move into the newly built White House. What was it like living there? Young readers will find out as they read about his presidency, as well as his early life and important role in establishing the new country. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Adams is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features...
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Why is George Washington known as the father of our country? What was the country like when he served as its very first president? Young readers will find out as they read about his dramatic life and important role in history. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Washington is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple...
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In 1861, the Civil War began. People in the North and the South fought against each other. How did Abraham Lincoln rise to the challenge of leading the nation during this difficult time? Young readers will find out as they read about his early life and his presidency. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Lincoln is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text...
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The Fourth of July is often called our country's birthday. What important role did Thomas Jefferson have in making this American holiday possible? Young readers will find out as they read about his writing of the Declaration of Independence, as well as his early life, his ideas for shaping a new government, and his two terms as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Jefferson is remembered and...
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During his two terms as president, Theodore Roosevelt did an extraordinary amount to help Americans. He helped build the Panama Canal, created laws to protect our nation's forests and wildlife, and made foods and medicines safer for people. What was Roosevelt's biggest achievement? Young readers can choose for themselves as they find out about his overcoming of a childhood illness, his victories in the Spanish-American War, and his accomplishments...
18) Muhammad Ali
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Over the course of his amazing life, legendary boxer Muhammad Ali made a huge impact both inside and outside the ring. Readers will learn how Ali first started boxing and what made him such a powerful fighter. They will also find out about efforts to battle racism, his impact on the civil rights movement, his philanthropic endeavors, and much more.
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