By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15315ISBN: 978-0-635-01531-0Format: Paperback
Maggie Lena Walker became a strong leader in the black community in Richmond, Virginia. She used her knowledge and business ability to found a bank, becoming the first woman to do such a thing! She continued to be a successful businesswoman and community leader until her death.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15323ISBN: 978-0-635-01532-7Format: Paperback
L. Douglas Wilder has an impressive story. He trailblazed his way into government in Virginia, being the first African American in many positions. Virginians are proud of being the first state to elect an African American governor! They are also proud of his many accomplishments while in office. L. Douglas Wilder-Virginia's trailblazing governor!
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15366ISBN: 978-0-635-01536-5Format: Paperback
Arthur Ashe broke many barriers and overcame many obstacles in his lifetime. He was not just a terrific African American tennis player-he was also a civil rights activist. He was called an "ambassador of what was right."
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15374ISBN: 978-0-635-01537-2Format: Paperback
Gwendolyn Brooks was a famous African American poet from Chicago. She started writing at a young age and had her first poem published by the time she was 13! Who says kids can't do big things?!
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15412ISBN: 978-0-635-01541-9Format: Paperback
Carrie Chapman Catt was a major force in the campaign for woman suffrage. Since she was a young girl, she knew she could achieve great things if she just set her mind to it. And she wouldn't take no for an answer!
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15455ISBN: 978-0-635-01545-7Format: Paperback
John Harold Johnson was a determined man. Against many odds, he founded the successful Johnson Publishing Company in 1942. John Harold Johnson is an inspiration to anyone who has ever had a dream and the will to match it.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15536ISBN: 978-0-635-01553-2Format: Paperback
Vel Phillips is an amazing woman. She was the first African American (and woman) in many state government positions in Wisconsin. She fought tirelessly for civil rights . . . and succeeded. A true pioneer in Wisconsin's civil rights movement - Vel Phillips.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15560ISBN: 978-0-635-01556-3Format: Paperback
Jean Baptiste Point du Sable came to America in the 1770s. He was a long way from home - born of a French father and black mother in Haiti. His talents and good sense helped establish the thriving settlement that became Chicago.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 15897ISBN: 978-0-635-01589-1Format: Other Printed Item
The Black Heritage series has updated content and a new look. This timeline of awesome African-American achievements and events will stimulate students' imagination to help them visualize important events in history!
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 21099ISBN: 978-0-635-02109-0Format: Paperback
The Underground Railroad is not a real train, you know? It's a fascinating period of history and mystery filled with legend and lore. Come along for the ride of a lifetime through this incredible tale of a time when heroes could be found in the most unlikely places. From the Deep South all the way to the North, things aren't what they seem. Secrets are essential. Keep a sharp eye! Help the next one along. Be brave! Courage is the ticket to freedom. Can you "read" a quilt? Come along with me, and I'll tell you all about it.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 21250ISBN: 978-0-635-02125-0Format: Paperback
Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass hungered for knowledge and freedom. He escaped from slavery, eventually bought his freedom, and then traveled around the world lecturing against the system of slavery. This great orator and journalist inspired abolitionists across America in the late 19th century.
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By author: Carole MarshProduct Code: 21293ISBN: 978-0-635-02129-8Format: Paperback
Benjamin Banneker was one smart cookie! People traveled from miles around just to quiz him about mathematics, science, astronomy, you name it! Benjamin was even chosen by Thomas Jefferson to help design our country's capital city, Washington, D.C., many years ago!
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