She was the first woman to build and design an airplane — despite that in the early 1900s no one believed a woman could or should do such a thing.
Isaac Newton: The Scientist Who Changed Everything
This inspiring biography for kids explores the life and journey of Sir Isaac Newton as a famed physicist to an acclaimed mathematician, astronomer, alchemist, philosopher, and inventor as well.
A power packed read, this nonfiction book for kids is suitable for children 8 years and above.
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I applaud this creator’s creative way of sharing what’s most important about Jim. Outstanding.
His Fairytale Life A Book About Hans Christian Anderson written by Jane Yolen, illustrated by Brooke Boynton-Hughes Written in one sentence (yes, the whole book is one sentence) this poetic tribute shares the highs and lows of the famous fairy tale author, Hans Christian Anderson, an awkward boy who became an awkward man who loved sharing poems and stories that became beloved around the world.
Nothing Stopped Sophie: The Story of Unshakable Mathematician Sophie Germain
This is the biography of the first woman to win a grand prize from France’s prestigious Academy of Sciences for her formula, which laid the groundwork for much of the modern architecture.
Sophie, a gifted eighteenth century mathematician, faces gender disparity but is determined to overcome all the challenges.
A great non-fiction book to get your child interested in numbers, this is a must read for everyone interested in mathematics.
Suitable for kids 8 years and above, this book will motivate your kids to believe in the power of action.
49. It features interviews of world-class performers and achievers and is an one of the Best Podcasts for Kids.
Biographies For Kids – Artists
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Whimsical and playful, this biography will inspire you to reread your favorite Ruth Krauss picture books.
The Important Thing About Margaret Wise Brown by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Sarah Jocoby I love the conversational and interactive narrator who speaks directly to us in this book that takes its title from Margaret Wise Brown’s very well-known The Important Book.
Hungry and desperate, a photographer hired by the government named Dorothea Lange takes a photograph of the mother with her kids. This picture book biography shares about the life of Mary who wrote Frankenstein as a ghost story competition among her friends. The Boy Who Dreamed of Infinity: A Tale of the Genius Ramanujan
Packed with Gorgeous watercolor illustrations and a compelling tale of Sriniwas Ramanujan, this book is a treat for all math lovers.
When she realized that schools weren’t teaching children about the natural world, she wrote lessons about nature for children. It’s a superb, inspiring must-read book.
Artists and Musicians
Sing with Me The Story of Selena Quintanillaby Diana López, illustrated by Teresa Martinez A concise, entertaining biography of Selena’s early years as she worked hard until she saw success as a singer — winning awards and learning Spanish and getting married.
DK Life Stories: Leonardo da Vinci
Trace the life of the famous painter, sculptor and the greatest artist of all time – Leonardo da Vinci with this informative power packed read.
Designed to capture kid’s attention, this book is a far cry from boring biographies for kids.
Recommended of kids 8 years and above!
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Lilian’s memories begin with her great-great-grandparents who were slaves, sold and separated from each other. Perfect for kids 4 years and above.
83. All the characters are darling cartoon animals. I love how the illustrator shows young and older Abe with a big head in a tall hat, too. She wrote prolifically while she was young but stopped writing after significant life challenges including loss, death, worry, and loneliness.
Her story is beautifully told with exquisite illustrations in muted colors. “Perched on her front-porch stage with a tin can microphone, Dolly performed for anyone she could corral– a bunch of baby siblings (’til they crawled away), a flock of ducks (’til they waddled away), and a pen of pigs (fortunately, they couldn’t get away).“
Tonatiuh shares the story of a dedicated ballet dancer who discovers the beauty of folkloric dances from the different regions of Mexico.
Higgins’ memoir captures the quirky, passionate Ruth Krauss who wore her clothes backward and preferred dancing to athletics.