| People You Should Know Contributor(s): Derosier, M. Michelle (Author), Jones-Radgowski, Jehan (Author), Langston-George, Rebecca Ann (Author) |
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ISBN: 1543555330 ISBN-13: 9781543555332 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $151.15 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - General |
| Series: People You Should Know |
| Physical Information: 1.7" H x 8.1" W x 9" (3.65 lbs) |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Meet the people you should know. The lives of history-makers from the past and present come together in this engaging nonfiction series. Discover how their early days helped to shape their contributions later in life and why their work has a lasting impact today. Authentic narrative, vibrant photos and illustrations, sidebars, infographics, and fact boxes help readers get to know these amazing people. |
Contributor Bio(s): Micklos, John Joseph: - John Micklos, Jr. has written nearly 20 books for young reads, ranging from poetry books for young readers to biographies for high school students. John loves the research involved in crafting a nonfiction books, and enjoys doing writing workshops with student authors. He lives in Newark, Delaware, with his family.Langston-George, Rebecca Ann: - Rebecca Langston-George is a middle school language arts teacher who also trains teachers in writing instruction. Her articles, poetry and puzzles have appeared in many children's magazines. When she's not at the keyboard Rebecca volunteers for the local chapter of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). She is also a past president of the Kern Reading Association. The granddaughter of a fabulous flapper, Rebecca lives in Bakersfield, California.Derosier, M. Michelle: - M. Michelle Derosier is here to make a difference in her world for Christ. She is driven to ensure that students in under-resourced schools have access to opportunities for success and the support system to leverage them. She loves to partner with others to do the same. As a freelancer, Michelle has written for online and print publications. She's currently working on the Happy Harper children's series, the first book forthcoming in 2019. Michelle lives in Brooklyn with her supportive husband Dave. She wishes they had a dog. |