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Learn about the life of John Muir and his advocacy. Understand the significance of his actions in conserving the ecology. Learning from inspiring stories is one way to ensure lessons are picked up and well understood. Encourage an appreciation for lives lived to the fullest. Begin listening today. 

Who was Carolus Linnaeus, and what did he do to be dubbed as the "Father of Modern Taxonomy"? Listen to find out. Biography books are meant to inspire you to persevere and to act on the things you’re curious about. So go ahead and get your child this book today. 

Learn from the story of Donald Trump and how he transitioned from a billionaire businessman to president of the United States of America. Have a good listen! 

Identify the accomplishments of Louis Braille, who invented the Braille system that the blind use today. Hear about his childhood, education, and how he came to develop the Braille system. Also, study how Braille is used today and its overall impact to written communication. Be inspired by the story of Louis Braille. Listen to this book today.  

What good will learning about Fidel Castro and his Communist Marxist government do? It will create a solid foundation that will help in the deep understanding of Fidel’s government. The purpose of biography stories is to learn from decisions made in the past, especially if those decisions changed the course of history. Grab a copy today! 

Did you know that the great Albert Einstein was inspired by another scientist and inventor? Einstein’s inspiration was Michael Faraday, and this book is dedicated entirely to the latter. Listen about Faraday’s life, including his education and upbringing. Walk with him as he works on experiments and becomes excited with his discoveries. 

Who was Ponce de Leon, and did he find the Fountain of Youth? In this book, you’re going to learn about the story of Ponce de Leon. In particular, you will be investigating his role in the settlement of Florida....

Train your child to be a future investigator starting with the realization of historical facts that shape the present. This book features the life and times of Samuel de Champlain, particularly his role as the father of the New France. But how did he do it? What are his other adventures and discoveries? Find out by listening to this book today. 

Give your child the chance to meet Confucius in this biography book. Listening to biographies will not only reveal personal decisions, it will also showcase the circumstances of why such decisions were made. Encourage your child to listen and learn from Confucius. Identify him as the founder of Confucianism, and even explain some of this teachings. Begin today. 

Listen about the life and times of Mark Twain. Learn about the major events in his life, which have inspired him to write youthful adventures. How did Mark Twain grow to have such a wild imagination? Listening about the life of someone in the past will also reveal the socio-economic conditions prevalent at the time. Go ahead and secure a copy today. 

King Hammurabi graced history books because of his Code of Law. The Code of Law sets the standards for punishments to meet the requirements of justice. In this book, you will learn about the great King Hammurabi, the man behind the Code of Law. This book will make an interesting addition to your child’s learning condition. Grab a copy today. 

Let’s talk about the 19th century as a time when much of our necessities were answered with technology. Let’s talk about the 19th century with answers to economic riddles. This biography book for fifth graders features the likes of The Wright Brothers, Samuel F. Morse, Louis Braille, Elijah McCoy, Madam CJ Walker, and Alexander Graham Bell. Listen to their stories. Begin today. 

The purpose of this biography book is to equip your child with the knowledge that will lead to an appreciation of the contributions of Pythagoras and Hippocrates. Both Greek scholars are known today as Greece’s great scientific minds. Understanding the biography of two famous people will lead to an in-depth learning of local cultures, traditions, and eras. Grab a copy today. 

In this book, you’re going to learn about the scientific contribution of Thomas Edison. You will also get a glimpse of the prevalent socio-economic situations that pushed Thomas to tap the world of electricity and become a famous inventor, too. This book will soon become one of your child’s favorite.

How did James Madison become the “Father of the US Constitution”? Let’s find out in this book. It’s important to study the lives and works of the nation’s presidents because their decisions helped shape our present. Enjoy the listen!

During the heat of the American Revolution, Thomas Paine created and distributed a pamphlet of Common Sense. What was written in that pamphlet? Why did Thomas Paine call it Common Sense? This inspiring historic book features the life and times of Thomas Paine, while highlighting his contributions in the revolution.  

Unlike the other presidents, Nelson Mandela was once a prisoner for 27 years. His tale is one of bravery, hope, and inspiration. Know about his struggles and his accomplishments. By listening to this book, you will finally get to understand why Nelson Mandela was loved not only his people, but by the world, too. 

You have probably heard about Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. When it comes to ancient minds who created foundations in philosophy, science, and math, these three names would automatically come up. But what exactly did they do to warrant immense respect and admiration? Well, your fifth grader will soon find out from this biography book.

Hillary Clinton is a powerful and influential woman. She recently ran for presidency and lost to Donald Trump. Clinton has been a stateswoman for years, and she has touched many lives with her work. Listen to learn from her life. Focus on her strengths and weaknesses that shaped her achievements. Would you like to be Hillary when you grow older?

Despite his debilitating illness, Stephen Hawking found way to share his knowledge of the universe. He was a bright man who was always hungry for knowledge. He experimented, studied, and explored anything and everything from the physical world to the cosmos. Be inspired by his story. Learn from his discoveries. Listen to this book today!