A brief, illustrated, biography of the Baptist minister and civil rights leader whose philosophy and practice of nonviolent civil disobedience helped American blacks win many battles for equal rights.

A biography of the Alabama black woman whose refusal to give up her seat on a bus helped establish the civil rights movement.

An illustrated look at the life and accomplishments of Dolores Huerta, who fought to ensure fair and safe work places for migrant workers. Includes a timeline and resources for teachers.

Estos poemas describen la vida de la hija de una familia inmigrante. Ella sueña en hacerse maestra. Offers a collection of poems in English and Spanish that tell of a young Mexican-American girl's dream to overcome her family difficulties and economic hardships in order for her to achieve her goal of becoming a teacher. Poems describe the life of an immigrant family's young daughter who dreams of being a teacher.

A brief biography of South America's great soldier and patriot who led many countries out from under Spanish dominance.

Depicts the life and career of John F. Kennedy.