-Titulo Original : Who Was Jesus?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: This fascinating addition to the best-selling Who Was...? series does not settle questions of theology. Instead, it presents young readers with a biography that covers what is known historically about Jesus and places in his life in the context of his world when Jerusalem was part of the Roman Empire. In an even-handed and easy-to-read narrative, this title-illustrated with eighty black-and-white drawings-also explains the early origins of Christianity and how it became a major religion. About the Author Ellen Morgan spent her childhood going to church, to Sunday school, and to church camp, where she was fascinated by Bible stories from Genesis to Revelation. She has written several books for children under a different name and currently lives in New York. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Who Was Jesus? It’s Christmas! Every December 25, all over the world, people are going to church. They gather around Christmas trees. They bake treats. They cook meals for family and friends. They sing songs and open presents. What is everybody celebrating? Christmas is the birthday of Jesus. He was born more than two thousand years ago in the small town of Bethlehem. He was from a poor family and grew up to be a preacher. He talked about God and how people should live their lives. He became well-known, and his friends passed along stories about him. They shared his teachings with others. Jesus’s ideas became a movement. The movement started with only a handful of people. But it grew into one of the most important religions in the world-Christianity. Christianity spread to all parts of the globe. Today, there are two billion Christians. They are from different backgrounds, different races, and different cultures, but they share common beliefs. Christians believe in one God. They believe in Heaven, in life after death. They also believe that Jesus was much more than a preacher. They believe he was the son of God. Chapter 1: A Humble Birth Jesus was born into a Jewish family over two thousand years ago. His father was a carpenter named Joseph. His mother was named Mary. According to the Gospel of Luke, the angel Gabriel came to Mary months before Jesus’s birth. “Do not be afraid, Mary,” the angel said, “for you have found favor with God.” He told her she was going to give birth to a special baby boy. The baby was the son of God, not the son of her husband, Joseph. Gabriel also told her the baby’s name-Jesus. Joseph and Mary lived in a region ruled by the Romans and Emperor Augustus. It was called Judea. Right before Jesus was born, Joseph and Mary had to travel to the town of Bethlehem. The government wanted to register the names of all people living in the area. In Bethlehem, Mary gave birth to her son. The family stayed in a stable, because the local inn had no room for them. Instead of a crib, Jesus slept in a manger. A manger is a wooden bin that holds food for horses and other animals. It was a humble start. However, right away, people learned of this birth and knew the baby was special. According to the Gospel of Luke, shepherds in the fields saw an angel above them. “I am bringing you good news of great joy . . . ,” the angel said. He told them a baby had been born who would be the Messiah. Messiah is a word for a special person who will save people from great danger or harm. The Gospel of Matthew says that far away, in a country to the east, three wise men spotted a bright star in the sky. The wise men studied the heavens and understood the star was an important sign. It meant the Messiah had been born. So they followed the star to Bethlehem to see the baby Jesus. When the three wise men saw Mary and the baby Jesus, they fell to their knees. They brought him gifts, too-gold, as well as frankincense and myrrh, which were costly spices. Herod, the king of Judea, also heard about Jesus. The news of Jesus’s birth worried Herod. He asked the wise men to tell him where Jesus wa...

-Titulo Original : Who Was Milton Hershey?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Discover the man behind the chocolate bar! Milton Hershey’s life was filled with invention and innovation. As a young man, he was not afraid to dream big and work hard. Eventually, he learned the secret to mass-producing milk chocolate and the recipe that gave it a longer, more stable shelf life. He founded a school for those who didn’t have access to a good education and an entire town for his employees. Both his chocolate empire and his great personal legacy live on today. About the Author James Buckley, Jr is a sports writer for children. He has written more than 50 books about sports for kids, including titles on baseball, football, NASCAR, soccer, the Olympics, and more...

-Titulo Original : Who Was George Washington?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: In 1789, George Washington became the first president of the United States. He has been called the father of our country for leading America through its early years. Washington also served in two major wars during his lifetime: the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. With over 100 black-and-white illustrations, Washingtons fascinating story comes to life - revealing the real man, not just the face on the dollar bill! About the Author Roberta Edwards lives in New York, New York. Ken Call lives in Northbrook, Illinois...

-Titulo Original : Who Was Helen Keller?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: At age two, Helen Keller became deaf and blind. She lived in a world of silence and darkness and she spent the rest of her life struggling to break through it. But with the help of teacher Annie Sullivan, Helen learned to read, write, and do many amazing things. This inspiring illustrated biography is perfect for young middle-grade readers. Black-and-white line drawings throughout, sidebars on related topics such as Louis Braille, a timeline, and a bibliography enhance readers understanding of the subject. About the Author A former educator, Gare Thompson has written bestselling classroom programs as well as numerous childrens books. His specialty is historical fiction. Thompson lives in Massachusetts...

-Titulo Original : Who Is Pele? (who Was?)-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: The story of a poor boy from Brazil who became the greatest soccer player of all time and one of the most important athletes of the twentieth century! His parents may have named him Edson Arantes do Nascimento, but to the rest of the world, he is known as Pele. The now-retired professional soccer forward stunned Brazil when he began playing for the Santos soccer club at age fifteen. He then went on to captivate the world when he joined his countrys national soccer team and helped them win three World Cup championships. Although hes hailed as a national hero for his accomplishments in soccer, Pele has been an influential person both on and off the pitch. His work with organizations like UNICEF has helped improve conditions for children around the world. Young readers can learn more about the man who connected soccer with the phrase The Beautiful Game. About the Author James Buckley Jr. has written more than 50 books for kids, including Who Was Ernest Shackleton? and Who Was Roberto Clemente? Andrew Thomson is an illustrator and artist, currently living and working in Guildford in the south of England. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Who Is Pele? In the summer of 1956, Pele was homesick. Pele (say: PEH-lay) had arrived in the city of Santos, Brazil, just weeks earlier. He had grown up in Bauru, a tiny town to the west, but his incredible skills on the soccer field got him noticed by a team called Santos. He was only fifteen, and moving to the city had been a major decision for Pele. Without soccer, he might still be shining shoes or working in a field. Most of his friends on his hometown team could never dream of leaving Bauru. Now, on the Santos team, Pele would earn enough money to support his family. And he could make his dream of becoming a soccer star come true. At just over five feet tall, Pele was small for his age. He was an amazing player who could dribble well, and he was very quick. On his new team, though, he was playing against older, larger adults. He was worried he would not succeed. He was also living away from home for the first time. And Santos was a strange place. Then he missed an easy penalty shot during a game that cost his team a victory. He was embarrassed and sad. Pele had had enough of life in the big city. That’s it, he thought, I’m quitting. Early in the morning, he packed his bag and tiptoed out of his room. He had just enough money for a bus ticket back to Bauru. But as he walked quietly through the players’ dormitory, he was stopped by a man who worked for the team. Big Sabu helped the players with their gear and watched over the young players. In his many years with Santos, he had seen other teens like Pele. They were young, scared, and often thought of quitting. So Big Sabu stopped Pele and told him he could not leave without permission. He wanted to keep Pele on team Santos. Pele listened and made an important decision. He headed back to his room. He would keep aiming for his dream. And it turned out to be the right decision. Pele had arrived at Santos as a very good player, but that was not enough. Pele worked hard and soon learned to do more than just dribble. He worked on shooting and passing and being in the right position to help his teammates. He ate more, exercised, and grew stronger and more confident. In a few months, he was one of the team’s stars, scoring goal after goal. With Pele’s help, Santos became one of the top teams in the country. When Pele was only seventeen, he was named to the national team for Brazil and helped his country win its first World Cup championship! In the years that followed, Pele became the best, and most famous, soccer player in the world. He helped Brazil win three World Cup titles and scored more than 1,200 goals for his teams and his country. He also traveled to the United States in 1975 and helped the sport of soccer become popular among Americans. As the best player in the world’s favorite...

-Titulo Original : Good Night, Sister-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: From New York Times best-selling author Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt comes a beautiful bedtime read, celebrating the power and comfort of sisterhood. This sweet title is the perfect gift for that special someone on Valentines Day-or any day of the year! Kat is excited to sleep in her own room--the big girl room--for the very first time. But her younger sister, Tina, is nervous to sleep in their old room without her. So Kat comes up with a plan: shell give all of her stuffed animals to her younger sister, and every time Tina gets scared, she should hold them close and be reminded of all the wonderful things each animal represents: bravery, creativity, love, and imagination. But that night, as a storm thunders outside their windows, it turns out that the big girl room can feel a bit lonely. And Kat might be the one who needs the extra support. With simple, gentle prose, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt shares a comforting bedtime story, illuminating the bonds sisters share, and the many ways they are there for one another. From School Library Journal K-Gr 2-A cute book featuring sisterly bonds. Older sister Kat is finally moving into her own room. Younger sister Tina is nervous and scared about having to sleep in their old room by herself. Kat shares her stuffies and tells Tina how each stuffie has a magical power that will help Tina when she feels afraid or alone. The text is simple, with several sentences on each page. The rhyme that Kat teaches Tina to call on the magic of the stuffies is clunky. The digital illustrations feature whimsical detail with clouds, stars, and fluffy blankets. The sisters are both depicted as white. VERDICT There really isnt much here; an additional purchase to fill out sibling shelves.-V. Lynn Christiansen Review A sweet-and bolstering-bedtime story. -Kirkus Reviews A cute book featuring sisterly bonds. -School Library Journal About the Author Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt (she/her) is a New York Times best-selling author, mother and host of BDA Baby. As a passionate animal advocate, Katherine works as an Ambassador for Best Friends Animal Society (bestfriends.org) and the ASPCA (aspca.org). She is also a Global Ambassador for Special Olympics. Katherine lives with her family in Los Angeles. Lucy Fleming (she/her) has been an avid doodler and book-worm since childhood. She never quite grew out of having her head in the clouds, daydreaming. She specializes in children’s book illustration, where her love for designing quirky characters meets her passion for storytelling. Her clients include HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Little Tiger Press, and Oxford University Press. Lucy lives and works in a small town in England with a cup of ginger tea in hand and her cat close by...

-Titulo Original : Who Is Lebron James? (who Was?)-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: How did a young boy from Ohio go on to become one of the greatest basketball players of all time? Read about the incredible life and career of LeBron James in this addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series. Today, LeBron James is an international superstar who has won four NBA Championships, earned two Olympic gold medals, written books, and starred in blockbuster movies. He has played for the Los Angeles Lakers, the Miami Heat, and the Cleveland Cavaliers, and has gained fans across the country as he led each of those three teams to victory. Many basketball lovers consider LeBron James to be one of the greatest players of all time. But how did LeBron come to be King James? Find out all about LeBrons childhood, how he started playing basketball at the age of nine, and went on to rule the court in this new book for young readers! About the Author Crystal Hubbard has penned picture books, contemporary and historical romance novels, and short stories. This is her debut title in the Who HQ series. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Who Is LeBron James? On July 8, 2010, sports channel ESPN aired a special broadcast called The Decision. LeBron James was the reigning king of the National Basketball Association (NBA). King James, as he was nicknamed, was a free agent after playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers for seven seasons. Players who are free agents can choose the basketball team they wish to play for. LeBron sat down with sportscaster Jim Gray to announce the name of the basketball team he’d decided to join for the 2010-2011 season. The Decision-as it was called-was broadcast from a Boys & Girls Club in Greenwich, Connecticut. LeBron decided to make his announcement on live TV because ESPN agreed to donate the advertising money from the broadcast’s sponsors to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America organization, as well as to other charities. Throughout his career, LeBron had supported the Boys & Girls Clubs. Announcing the name of his new team on ESPN gave LeBron the chance to raise millions of dollars for the organization. Jim Gray never asked LeBron why he agreed to have his decision televised or why it was taking place at a Boys & Girls Club. Millions of people watched the show to hear LeBron say, “In this fall . . . This is very tough. In this fall, I’m going to take my talents to South Beach and join the Miami Heat.” There were a lot of reactions to LeBron’s decision. Some Cleveland Cavaliers fans felt betrayed and even burned their No. 23 jerseys! That was LeBron’s jersey number. Basketball greats such as Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson criticized LeBron for making such a public display with his decision. LeBron was accused of placing his own fame above the game for announcing his decision on television. The Decision was the beginning of the most difficult time of LeBron’s career. Not everyone was disappointed by The Decision. Miami Heat fans celebrated, knowing that one of the greatest players in the game would be coming to their team. And LeBron himself knew that he was taking control of his own destiny. Chapter 1: A Prince Is Born On December 30, 1984, Gloria James gave birth to a boy at Summa Akron City Hospital in Akron, Ohio. She named him LeBron Raymone James. At sixteen years old, Gloria was a very young mother. She was determined to be a good mother. LeBron’s father was not a part of his life, but LeBron had family around him. He and Gloria lived with his grandmother Freda and his uncles Curt and Terry in a house on Hickory Street. Everyone helped Gloria care for LeBron. His uncle Curt, who was only nine years old, was one of LeBron’s earliest playmates. The family didn’t have much money, but they had plenty of love for LeBron. The family lived on Hickory Street in a rough neighborhood. Under the watchful eyes and constant care of his family, especially Grandma Freda, LeBron grew into a happy, athletic little boy. The year he turned thre...

-Titulo Original : ¿quien Es Sonia Sotomayor? (¿quien Fue?) -Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Spanish speakers can now learn the truly inspiring story of the first Latin Supreme Court Justice. Los hispanohablantes pueden ahora conocer la historia verdaderamente inspiradora de la primera jueza latina del Tribunal Supremo. Outspoken, energetic, and fun, Sonia Sotomayor has managed to turn every struggle in life into a triumph. Born in the Bronx to immigrant parents from Puerto Rico, Sonia found out at age nine that she had diabetes, a serious illness now but an even more dangerous one fifty years ago. How did young Sonia handle the devastating news? She learned to give herself her daily insulin shots and became determined to make the most out of her life. It was the popular sixties TV show Perry Mason that made Sonia want to become a lawyer. Not only a lawyer but a judge! Her remarkable career was capped in 2009 when President Barack Obama nominated her to the Supreme Court, only the third woman in the courts history and the first Hispanic. Stories of Sotomayors career are hardly dry legal stuff - she once hopped on a motorcycle to chase down counterfeiters and was the judge whose ruling ended the Major League baseball strike in 1995. Expresiva, energica y divertida, Sonia Sotomayor ha logrado convertir cada lucha de su vida en un triunfo. Nacida en el Bronx de padres inmigrantes de Puerto Rico, Sonia descubrio a los nueve años que tenia diabetes, una enfermedad grave ahora, pero aun mas peligrosa hace cincuenta años. ¿Como afronto la joven Sonia la devastadora noticia? Aprendio a administrarse sus inyecciones diarias de insulina y se empeño en aprovechar al maximo su vida. Fue la popular serie de television de los años sesenta Perry Mason la que hizo que Sonia quisiera convertirse en abogada. ¡Y no solo abogada, sino tambien jueza! Su extraordinaria carrera se vio coronada en 2009 cuando el presidente Barack Obama la nombro miembro del Tribunal Supremo, siendo la tercera mujer en la historia del tribunal y la primera hispana. Las historias de la carrera de Sotomayor no son de orden juridico: cierta vez se subio a una motocicleta para perseguir a los falsificadores y fue la jueza cuya decision puso fin a la huelga de las Grandes Ligas de beisbol en 1995...

-Titulo Original : Madre De Los Tiburones -Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: La cientifica de tiburones galardonada como una de las 30 menores de 30 de Forbes en 2021 entre otros honores y mundialmente reconocida Melissa Cristina Marquez se une a la premiada ilustradora Devin Elle Kurtz para crear un impactante libro ilustrado que explora el viaje personal de Melissa desde su inquisitive niñez y amor hacia el oceano en Puerto Rico hasta ser llamada la Madre de los Tiburones. A medida que el sol se pone sobre otro hermoso dia en la Playita Del Condado en Puerto Rico, Meli no quiere irse a casa. Le encanta el oceano mas que nada, y con solo cinco minutos de playa sabe exactamente donde deberia estar su ultima parada: las pozas de marea. Son pequeños universos llenos de vida y criaturas marinas. Mientras mira dentro de las pozas, se encuentra con un cangrejo, Jaiba, que la lleva a una aventura submarina de ensueño, le enseña sobre la importancia de la conservacion de los tiburones y revela el destino final de Meli: convertirse en la “Madre de los Tiburones”. Mezclando lo autobiografico con lo fantastico, Melissa Cristina Marquez comparte su increible travesia no solo para disipar mitos sobre estas criaturas incomprendidas sino tambien para allanar el camino para que las latinas despunten en STEM. Combinado con las vibrantes y emotivas ilustraciones de Devin Elle Kurtz, este libro es un viaje irresistible a traves de las maravillas del oceano y, sobre todo, un grito de Guerra por la conservacion marina...

-Titulo Original : ¿quien Es Michael Jordan? (¿quien Fue?) -Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Grab your Js and hit the court with this Spanish Who Was? biography about NBA superstar Michael Jordan. Coge tus Js y salta a la cancha con esta biografia en español de ¿Quien fue? sobre la superestrella de la NBA Michael Jordan. Meet the man who changed the game forever. Michael Jordan has always been competitive--even as a young boy, he fought for attention. His need to be the best made him a star player on his college basketball team and helped him become an NBA legend, both for his skills and his endorsements. His Nike contract for Air Jordan basketball shoes set an unmatched precedent for professional athletes. Author Kirsten Anderson takes readers through each exciting moment, detailing the iconic reverse lay-ups and jump shots of Michael Jordans storied career. Conoce al hombre que cambio el juego para siempre. Michael Jordan siempre ha sido competitivo, incluso de pequeño luchaba por llamar la atencion. Su necesidad de ser el mejor lo convirtio en un jugador estrella de su equipo de baloncesto universitario y lo ayudo a convertirse en una leyenda de la NBA, tanto por sus habilidades como por sus promociones. Su contrato con Nike para las zapatillas de baloncesto Air Jordan sento un precedente inigualable para los atletas profesionales. La autora, Kirsten Anderson, lleva a los lectores a traves de cada momento emocionante, detallando los iconicos tiros en bandeja bajo el aro y los tiros en suspension de la historica carrera de Michael Jordan...

-Titulo Original : ¿quien Fue Jesus? -Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Conozca la historia de la vida de Jesus y los origenes de la fe cristiana en este libro, que es una lectura perfecta para Pascua, Navidad o cualquier otro dia del año. Learn about the historic life of Jesus and the origins of the Christian faith in this Spanish entry in the best-selling WHO HQ series! Esta fascinante adicion a nuestra serie mas vendida ¿Quien fue...? no resuelve cuestiones de teologia. En cambio, presenta a los jovenes lectores una biografia que abarca lo que se conoce historicamente sobre Jesus y situa su vida en el contexto de su mundo cuando Jerusalen formaba parte del Imperio Romano. En una narracion imparcial y facil de leer, este titulo (ilustrado con ochenta dibujos en blanco y negro), tambien explica los primeros origenes del cristianismo y como se convirtio en una religion importante. This fascinating addition to our best-selling Who Was...? series does not settle questions of theology. Instead, it presents young readers with a biography that covers what is known historically about Jesus and places in his life in the context of his world when Jerusalem was part of the Roman Empire. In an even-handed and easy-to-read narrative, this title--illustrated with eighty black-and-white drawings--also explains the early origins of Christianity and how it became a major religion. About the Author Yanitzia Canetti es la presidenta de Cambridge BrickHouse, Inc. Yanitzia se desempeña como consultora literaria, escritora y traductora para las principales editoriales. Experta tanto en libros para el mercado general como para el sector educativo, es la autora de mas de 500 libros. En el 2011, fue elegida por la revista People en español como una de las 25 Mujeres Hispanas Mas Poderosas del Mundo. Yanitzia Canetti is the head of Brickhouse Learning. Yanitzia works as a literary consultant, writer, and translator across all major publishing houses. An expert in both the trade and educational markets, she has published over 500 books in Spanish. In 2011, she was selected by People magazine as one of the 25 Most Powerful Hispanic Women of the World. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. ¿Quien fue Jesus? ¡Es Navidad! Cada 25 de diciembre, en todo el mundo, la gente va a la iglesia. Se reunen alrededor de los arbolitos de Navidad. Hornean golosinas. Preparan comidas para la familia y los amigos. Cantan canciones y abren regalos. ¿Que estan celebrando todos? La Navidad es el cumpleaños de Jesus. Nacio hace mas de dos mil años en la pequeña ciudad de Belen. Era de una familia pobre y cuando crecio se convirtio en predicador. Hablaba sobre Dios y sobre como debia vivir la gente. Llego a ser muy conocido, y sus amigos contaban historias sobre el. Ellos compartian sus enseñanzas con los demas. Las ideas de Jesus se convirtieron en un movimiento. El movimiento comenzo solo con unas cuantas personas. Pero crecio hasta convertirse en una de las religiones mas importantes del mundo: el Cristianismo. El Cristianismo se extendio por todo el mundo. Hoy en dia, hay dos mil millones de cristianos. Son de diferentes origenes, diferentes etnias y diferentes culturas, pero comparten las mismas creencias. Los cristianos creen en un Dios. Creen en el Cielo y en la vida despues de la muerte. Tambien creen que Jesus fue mucho mas que un predicador. Creen que era el hijo de Dios. Capitulo 1: Un nacimiento humilde Jesus nacio en el seno de una familia judia hace mas de dos mil años. Su padre era un carpintero llamado Jose. Su madre se llamaba Maria. Segun el Evangelio de Lucas, el angel Gabriel se le aparecio a Maria meses antes del nacimiento de Jesus. “No temas, Maria”, le dijo el angel, “porque has recibido el favor de Dios”. Le dijo que iba a dar a luz a un niño especial. El bebe era el hijo de Dios, no el hijo de su marido, Jose. Gabriel tambien le dijo el nombre del bebe: Jesus. Jose y Maria vivian en una region gobernada por los romanos y el emperador Augusto. Se llamaba Judea. J...

-Titulo Original : Who Is Jane Goodall? (who Was?)-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: A life in the wild! Jane Goodall, born in London, England, always loved animals and wanted to study them in their natural habitats. So at age twenty-six, off she went to Africa! Goodalls up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them and paved the way for many female scientists who came after her. Now her story comes to life in this biography with black-and-white illustrations throughout...

-Titulo Original : Who Is J.k. Rowling?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Everyone loves Harry Potter. Now kids can learn about Harrys creator! In 1995, on a four-hour-delayed train from Manchester to London, J. K. Rowling conceived of the idea of a boy wizard named Harry Potter. Upon arriving in London, she began immediately writing the first book in the saga. Rowlings true-life, rags-to-riches story is as compelling as the world of Hogwarts that she created. This biography details not only Rowlings life and her love of literature but the story behind the creation of a modern classic...

-Titulo Original : What Is The World Series? (what Was?)-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Strike - you’re out! He’s safe! Homerun! Every October, millions of baseball fans around the country anxiously wait to see which team wins baseballs biggest championship. But the original games of the 1900s hardly look like they do today. Take a look back over one hundred years and discover the history of baseballs greatest series. With triumphs, heartbreak, and superstitious curses, this action-packed book brings America’s Pastime to life...

-Titulo Original : Where Is The Great Barrier Reef?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: In this Where Is? title, kids can explore the Great Barrier Reef-big enough to be seen from space but made up of billions of tiny living organisms. The Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Australia, is the worlds largest coral reef system. Stretching more than 1,400 miles, it provides a home to a wide diversity of creatures. Designated a World Heritage Site, the reef is suffering from the effects of climate change but this fascinating book shows this spectacular part of our planet...

-Titulo Original : Who Was Princess Diana?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Learn how Lady Diana Spencer became the Peoples Princess as she takes her place in the ranks of the Who Was? series. A shy twenty-year-old girl stepped out of a horse-drawn coach and into the world spotlight, capturing the imagination of millions as a real life fairytale princess. Although the storybook marriage didnt have a happy ending, Diana learned to use her fame as a way to champion charitable causes near to her heart. She became the Peoples Princess by humanizing the image of the royal family and showing care and concern for all people, including the homeless, the sick, and others in need...

-Titulo Original : Who Is Zendaya? (who Hq Now)-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Kids voted for who they wanted to learn about in the next WhoHQ Now title and the #1 New York Times bestselling series now features one of Hollywoods brightest young stars... Zendaya! Zendaya began her acting career at age thirteen when she landed one of the starring roles in the Disney Channel’s Shake It Up. Since then, the actress has not slowed down, starring in action-packed superhero films, dazzling movie musicals, and highly acclaimed TV shows. At only twenty-four, Zendaya won her first Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in the hit TV show Euphoria. The Hollywood star is an actress, singer, model, style icon, and also an activist who advocates for causes like feminism, anti-bullying, anti-racism, and voter registration. Learn all about the star-studded career and the inspiring life of Zendaya in this new book that was voted for by young readers worldwide...

-Titulo Original : Who Was Dr. Seuss?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Ted Geisel loved to doodle from the time he was a kid. He had an offbeat, fun-loving personality. He often threw dinner parties where guests wore outrageous hats! And he donned quirky hats when thinking up ideas for books- like his classic The Cat in the Hat. This biography, with black-and-white illustrations throughout, brings an amazingly gifted author/illustrator to life...

-Titulo Original : What Was The Holocaust?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: A thoughtful and age-appropriate introduction to an unimaginable event-the Holocaust. The Holocaust was a genocide on a scale never before seen, with as many as twelve million people killed in Nazi death camps-six million of them Jews. Gail Herman traces the rise of Hitler and the Nazis, whose rabid anti-Semitism led first to humiliating anti-Jewish laws, then to ghettos all over Eastern Europe, and ultimately to the Final Solution. She presents just enough information for an elementary-school audience in a readable, well-researched book that covers one of the most horrible times in history. This entry in the New York Times best-selling series contains eighty carefully chosen illustrations and sixteen pages of black and white photographs suitable for young readers...

-Titulo Original : Who Were The Wright Brothers? (who Was?)-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: As young boys, Orville and Wilbur Wright loved all things mechanical. As young men, they gained invaluable skills essential for their success by working with printing presses, bicycles, motors, and any sort of machinery they could get their hands on. As adults, the brothers worked together to invent, build, and fly the world’s first successful airplane. This is the fascinating story of the two inventors and aviation pioneers who never lost sight of their dream: to fly, and to soar higher...

-Titulo Original : Who Was Neil Armstrong?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong stepped on the moon and, to an audience of over 450 million people, proclaimed his step a giant leap for mankind. This Eagle Scout built his own model planes as a little boy and then grew up to be a test pilot for experimental aircraft before becoming an astronaut. Over 80 black-and-white illustrations bring Armstrongs story to life...

-Titulo Original : What Is Lego? (what Was?)-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Find out how these fun, stackable blocks became the most popular toys in the world. The LEGO toy company was founded in 1934 by a Danish carpenter who loved making wooden pull toys. From its humble beginnings, the company has lived up to its name--which comes from the Danish phrase meaning to always play well--encouraging children to use their imagination and build whatever they can dream up. In this book, author Jim OConnor describes how a simple concept--small plastic bricks that snap together--morphed into a cultural phenomenon...

-Titulo Original : Who Was Ben Franklin?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: Ben Franklin was the scientist who, with the help of a kite, discovered that lightning is electricity. He was also a statesman, an inventor, a printer, and an author-a man of such amazingly varied talents that some people claimed he had magical powers! Full of all the details kids will want to know, the true story of Benjamin Franklin is by turns sad and funny, but always honest and awe-inspiring...

-Titulo Original : What Was Pearl Harbor?-Fabricante : Penguin Workshop-Descripcion Original: A terrifying attack! On December 7, 1941, Japanese war planes appeared out of nowhere to bomb the American base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. It was a highly secretive and devastating attack: four battleships sunk, more than two thousand servicemen died, and the United States was propelled into World War II. In a compelling, easy-to-read narrative, children will learn all about a pivotal moment in American history...