Pub Date: December 30, 2004
Dewey: B
LCCN: 2004061221
Lexile Code: 0000
Features: Bibliography, Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
Target Age Group: 06 to 09
Physical Info: 0.20" H x 8.00" L x 8.30" W ( 0.20 lbs) 24 pages
BISAC Categories:
Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography and Autobiography | Social Activists | Readers | Beginner
Description: A complete translation of People We Should Know, Gente que hay que conocer is a series of first biographies designed for beginning readers. Each book introduces one of the most important individuals in recent times and explains what makes her or him so remarkable. Historic photos and easy-to-read text help readers understand each person's life and times.
Review Quotes: "These brief well-written biographies introduce readers to popular U.S. figures. Short sentences and eye-catching photographs carry students through the lives of these past and present individuals....the vocabulary is age appropriate. Children will be fascinated by Anne Frank's story as well as by Bill Gates's transformation from average student to wealthy computer mogul. Jackie Robinson can be read on many levels and is a good book for Africa American month.... Each title includes a list of books (in English) and annotated web sites where readers can find additional information on each character. The index is simplified but very useful. Overall, these are great additions for public schools and libraries."