This beginning guide to economics will have readers thinking about the purpose, and not just the value, of money. From bartering, early forms of currency, credit cards, and digital payment, here is a clear and thorough introduction to money.

A brief account of the life of the "Father of Our Country."

Follows the life of the popular president, from his childhood on the frontier to his assassination after the end of the Civil War.

A brief account of the life and accomplishments of Eleanor Roosevelt.

From his youth in the Caribbean to his immigration to New York City, this picture book covers the highlights of Alexander Hamilton's legacy, including his part in the American revolution, his influence on the monetary system we still use today, and his tragic death. -- amazon.com

A brief biography of the woman who overcame her handicaps of being both blind and deaf.

A simple biography of the noted black track star who competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympics.

A brief illustrated biography of the Baptist minister and civil rights leader whose philosophy and practice of nonviolent civil disobedience helped American blacks win many battles for equal rights.