A fast-paced biography of Thomas Edison, the scientist whoperfected the light bulb and propelled America into the twentiethcentury.

Take a close-up look at Jesse Owens, an African American trackstar—and one of the greatest athletes of all time. Interviews withexperts and lively writing deliver the accurate reporting youexpect from Time For Kids. Historical and contemporary photographscapture the life and times of this remarkable Olympic-medalwinner.

Take a close-up look at Benjamin Franklin, ajack-of-all-trades who served his country well. Interviews withexperts and lively writing deliver the accurate reporting youexpect from TIME For Kids Historical reproductions and contemporaryphotographs capture the life of this ingenious man and show how hemade life better and safer for Americans today.

As a teenage slave, Harriet Tubman stood up to an overseer whowas trying to harm another slave. From that time forward, Tubman(above left) fought against unfairness and for what she believedwas right. She helped hundreds of African Americans escape on theUnderground Railroad. TIME For Kids Biographies help make a connection between thelives of past heroes and the events of today. Harriet Tubman'scourage and ideals have inspired generations of Americans to fightfor equal rights and to stand up for their convictions.

In this biography of “the Mother of the Civil Rightsmovement”, Rosa Parks’s life is traced from her birth in Tuskegee,AL to her recent death in Detroit, MI. In addition to her famousprotest, the text and photos focus on Rosa’s childhood on hergrandparents’ farm, schooling, marriage to Raymond Parks, work forthe NAACP, and her involvement in the Civil Rights movement afterthe Montgomery Bus Boycott. There are also sidebars on the KKK,Roaring 20s, voting tests, other pioneers who fought againstsegregation on public transporation, and the Mystery Person (BillClinton), as well as an interview with Congressman John Conyers,whom Rosa Parks worked for in Mich

Abigail Adams was a Revolutionary War Patriot and wife andpartner of Founding Father John Adams. Interviews with experts andlively writing deliver the accurate reporting you expect from TIMEFor Kids. Historical illustrations and contemporary photographscapture the life of this thoughtful woman and show how she helpedinfluence our current ideas of equality.

Ronald Reagan: From Silver Screen to Oval Office A charismatic, yet firm leader, President Ronald Reagan stood upto the Soviet Union and helped end communist rule during the ColdWar. His recent death has renewed interest in the life of thisdetermined man and his fascinating journey from Hollywood to theWhite House. Like all highly acclaimed Time For Kids Biographies,this book features key dates, captivating sidebars and an interviewwith an expert–all in a dynamic layout.

Take a close-up look at Alexander Graham Bell, an inventor andteacher of the deaf. Interviews with experts and lively writingdeliver the accurate reporting you expect from "TIME For Kids".Historical and contemporary photographs capture the life of thiscompassionate man and show how his innovative inventions still helpus today.

Franklin D. Roosevelt: A Leader in Troubled Times Through his fireside chats, Franklin D. Roosevelt changed theway the President interacted with his fellow Americans. He also ledour country out of the Great Depression and through World War II,despite his physical disabilities. Readers will be amazed by hiscourage and his insight in developing Social Security and otherinnovative programs that still exist today.

As a young boy, Henry Ford was fascinated by technology andhow objects worked. His childhood interests led him to leave theFord family farm in Michigan in search of a career with machinery,and the rest is automotive and economic history. TIME For Kids Biographies help make a connection between thelives of past heroes and the events of today. Henry Ford made carsaffordable, turning them into the primary means of travel forAmericans. His innovations, including the assembly line, are stillbenefiting us today.

Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady of the World Meet EleanorRoosevelt, one of America's most powerful first ladies. Learn abouther youth and her career helping those less fortunate than she.

Jackie Robinson was the first African American to playbaseball in the modern major leagues. That may not seem like a bigdeal today -- but in 1947 it was a very big deal. Until Jackiestepped up to the plate, African Americans couldn't play on mostprofessional sports teams. TIME For Kids Biographies help make a connection between thelives of past heroes and the events of today. Because of Jackie'scourage and perseverance, people of all colors now participate inAmerica's favorite pastime. Jackie worked hard and proved to theworld that it's your character and talent -- not the color of yourskin -- that really matters.

Young John F. Kennedywas a mischief maker, but he also had aserious side. He cared about people's problems and, with his words,could easily persuade others to go along with his ideas. As he grewup, Kennedy's family decided that he was meant for great things --the presidency of the United States. TIME For Kids Biographies help make a connection between thelives of past heroes and the events of today. Kennedy's desire tohelp Americans -- and others around the world -- is as importantnow as it was forty years ago.

Each day was an adventure for President Theodore Roosevelt.When he was a kid, he kept turtles in the bathtub and frogs underhis cap. As an adult, he was a cowboy, a river explorer, and a biggame hunter. Sometimes he would go on marches through deep puddlesand icy rivers -- just for fun! TIME For Kids Biographies help makea connection between the lives of past heroes and the events oftoday. When Teddy became president, Americans were looking aheadwith excitement to the twentieth century. Teddy's spirit and dreamshelped make the United States one of the greatest countries in theworld.

Clara Barton is most renowned as the Civil War nurse who laterfounded the Red Cross. Yet in everything she did, Clara strove tomake a difference. This important biography highlights many of herlesser-known feats, including her early teaching career, work inthe U.S. Patent Office, and unceasing fight for women’s rights.There are also sidebars on kids’ games, Civil War Medicine, MysteryPerson (Florence Nightingale), Red Cross fast facts, and Glen Echo(Clara’s home, which is now a National Historic Site)—as well as aninterview with Bonnie McElveen Hunter, Chairman of the American RedCr