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Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
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Description
A biography of the woman who served as First Lady for the longest time, and who was the first President's wife to speak out about important issues of the day, by writing newspapers articles and books, giving radio interviews and speeches, and teaching classes.
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"All her life, Eleanor Roosevelt hoped to "leave some mark upon the world." She was a shy child who found joy in helping others. A passionate young adult who longed for adventure. An independent young woman who formed her own opinions. A trustworthy partner who worked tirelessly for change. So when her husband became president and she became first lady, Eleanor was ready to make her mark. With characteristic candor, compassion, and courage, she traversed...
Author
Publisher
Magic Wagon
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Begin the journey into the lives of important people in history with Beginner Biographies. These simple, illustrated biographies provide a perfect entry point for learning about history. The childhood, education, and contributions of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt are presented with short, simple text for the elementary school audience.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic...
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Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
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Description
Eleanor Roosevelt, Fighter for Justice shows young readers how the former First Lady evolved from a poor little rich girl to a protector and advocate for those without a voice. Though now seen as a cultural icon, she was a woman deeply insecure about her looks and her role in the world. But by recognizing her fears and constantly striving to overcome her prejudices, she used her proximity to presidents and her own power to aid in the fight for Civil...
Author
Publisher
Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Eleanor Roosevelt is well known for her time as First Lady of the United States, but she also made important contributions to women's rights before, during, and after her husband's presidency. Eleanor Roosevelt Champions Women's Rights examines her efforts from multiple perspectives, including those of Roosevelt herself, her husband, Franklin, and later feminist activists.
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
There has hardly been a life in the last century that Eleanor Roosevelt has not affected, in one way or another. From securing safe, low-cost housing for Kentucky's poor, to helping her grandchildren hang a tire swing on the White House's south lawn, to representing America as the first female delegate to the United Nations, Eleanor rarely kept a second of her life for herself -- and she wouldn't have had it any other way.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about US First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and how she spoke out for civil rights. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website.
Author
Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
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OBD National Hot Dog Month (JULY) - Youth
OBD Women's History Month - YOUTH
Women's History Month: Kids (March 2023)
OBD Women's History Month - YOUTH
Women's History Month: Kids (March 2023)
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"In June of 1939, British monarchs King George VI and Queen Elizabeth visit America, the first visit ever by reigning British royalty. As part of the festivities, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt hosts an all-American picnic that includes hot dogs, a menu item that shocks some people"--
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Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Eleanor Roosevelt wasn't content to be a seldom-seen, never-heard First Lady. Instead, she worked tirelessly for the many causes dear to her heart, including the rights of African Americans, women, and the poor. After Franklin D. Roosevelt's death, she traveled the world promoting peace in the aftermath of World War II. Roosevelt was so beloved she became known as the 'First Lady of the World.' This extraordinary woman's life and work is presented...
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Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
This book introduces young readers to the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, beginning with her childhood in New York City, New York. Readers will become familiar with her courage as they learn about how she lost both her parents at a young age, attended Allenswood Academy in England, and later married Franklin Roosevelt. Details of Mrs. Roosevelt's years as First Lady, including her work on behalf of the rights of women, minorities, civil rights, New Deal...
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Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Eleanor Roosevelt, the niece of President Theodore Roosevelt, was born into an already-historical family. Her life would be filled with hardships, determination, advocacy, and triumphs. This is the story of one of the most influential First Ladies of the White House, a truly remarkable woman.
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Publisher
Balzer + Bray, an imprint of Haper Collins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Before she became First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt was a girl trying to find her voice. As a young orphan, she was shy and made to feel like a failure. But every night, Eleanor would read her father's letters, full of love and belief in her, and she used his words to help her face her fears. She took them to school across the sea, where she excelled at her studies and helped other girls with theirs. And back to New York, where she volunteered in immigrant...
Author
Publisher
Disney/Hyperion Books
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
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A biography of Eleanor Roosevelt, the most socially and politically active -- and controversial -- First Lady America had ever seen. Ambassador, activist, and champion of civil rights, Eleanor Roosevelt changed the soul of America forever. Includes selected quotes from Eleanor's own writings.
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