Annotated Bibliography for Childrens Biographies

Abramson, A., & Harrison, N. (2007). Who was Anne Frank? New York, New York. Grosset &
Dunlap Press.
This is a book about Anne Frank where challenges and dreams are revealed. She was an ordinary
girl but Hitler brought her childhood to an end and forced her and her family into hiding. This
book looks closely at Annes life before the secret annex, what life was like in hiding, and the
legacy of her diary. The book provides readers with black and white illustrations including maps
and diagrams provide historical and visual reference in an easy to read book written in a way that
is appropriate for younger readers.
Brallier, J., & Parker, R. (2002). Who was Albert Einstein? New York. Grosset & Dunlap Press.
This is a biography book for children in grades 3rd to 5th. Its a book about one of the most famous
scientist Albert Einstein. This book describes his lifes accomplishments and struggles, it is full
of facts and history. It also shares one of Einsteins most famous inventions and how it changed
the world. The book also includes black and white illustrations to make it more attractive for
elementary students.
Edgers, G., & OBrien, J. (2007). Who was Elvis Presley? New York, New York. Penguin
Groups USA Press.
This a biography book about one of the most famous musicians that changed music forever. This
famous musician is Elvis Presley, throughout the book the author describes his life and how he
became a famous musician. Elvis Presley was known as the king of rock-n-roll, and was a

famous icon of American pop culture. The book also includes black and white illustrations on
nearly every other page.
Rappaport, D., & Collier, B. (2001). Martins Big Words. New York, New York. Hyperion
Books for Children Press.
This is a biography picture book that is appropriate for students in grade levels 1st 2nd. This book
is about one of the most influential historical leaders Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This book tells a
story about Martin Luther King Jr. life in a way that is captivating for younger readers. The book
also has great illustrations throughout, to show students what he did. Martin Luther King Jr. is an
unforgettable man whose dreams changed America and the world forever.
Saddleback Educational. (2008). Marie Curie. Irvine, CA. Saddleback Educational Publishing
Press.
This is a biography about Marie Currie who was a famous female scientist of the twentieth
century. This is a great easy to read book for younger children, it is only 25 pages long. Madam
Curie was the first women in history to win worldwide fame, she won two Nobel prizes for
physics and chemistry. This book does a great job in retelling Curries most famous discoveries
in an engaging kid friendly text. It is full of fun facts for students to read.