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Homeschool booklist February 2018
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So many wonderful picture book biographies ... and plenty of time to read all the excellent ones. Enjoy these new treasures. - Melody
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Abraham (2017)by Francis Anthony KeatingA tour of the 16th president's life from boyhood to presidency combines historically based text by the former Oklahoma governor with vibrant portraits by the award-winning illustrator of Home Run: The Story of Babe Ruth. - Publisher Illustrations in this brief book are superb; readers can easily see the world of young Abraham Lincoln. -Melody Ages 5-10 American History, biography
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Don't miss the author's Afterword - Trudy had significant personal troubles to overcome. - Melody Ages 5-10 Biography, sports accomplishment, record setter
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Mickey Mantle : the Commerce Comet (2017)by Jonah WinterFeaturing evocative retro-style artwork by the award-winning illustrator of Mousetronaut, a picture book biography of the record-setting baseball icon traces his rise from a hardscrabble early life and includes a look at the numerous injuries that challenged his achievements. - Publisher Sports lovers at your house? You better get this book. - Melody Ages 6-10 Biography, sports accomplishments
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Muhammad Ali : a Champion is Born (2017)by Gene BarrettaThe critically acclaimed author of Timeless Thomas and a Coretta Scott King Award-winning illustrator present a picture book biography of the legendary boxing champion that traces the childhood event that inspired his career and the achievements that became his enduring legacy. - Publisher Learn about Cassius Clay's confidence and very hard work, that eventually led him to become a champion. - Melody Ages 6-10 Biography, sports accomplishments
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Dog on Board : the True Story of Eclipse, the Bus-Riding Dog (2016)by Dorothy Hinshaw PatentA photographic profile of the dog who was catapulted to national stardom when her story went viral invites young fans to learn about her famous independent bus rides from her own perspective. Co-written by the author of Dogs on Duty. - Publisher There are a significant number of new biographies published about animals - this is my favorite. A photo filled book about an animal is just plain fun to read. - Melody Ages 4-10 Famous animals, notable animals
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