Top-rated books by Garnet Nelson Jackson
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Age: 7-9
Books like Garnet Nelson Jackson’s
Award winning
Who Was Amelia Earhart? (Who Was?)
Kate Boehm Jerome, 2002
112 pages
Why to read
Inspires children with Amelia Earhart's adventurous spirit.
Enhances historical knowledge and curiosity.
Empowers children through strong female role model.
Ideal for shared reading, boosting literacy and bonding.
Who Was Amelia Earhart? (Who Was?)
Kate Boehm Jerome, 2002
Award winning
Sacajawea: Shoshone Trailblazer (Famous Native Americans)
Diane Carpenter Shaughnessy, Diane Shaughnessy, 1998
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers by showcasing strong, historical female role model.
Enhances understanding of Native American history and culture.
Encourages respect for diversity and individual contributions.
Engaging and educational narrative for young readers.
Sacajawea: Shoshone Trailblazer (Famous Native Americans)
Diane Carpenter Shaughnessy, Diane Shaughnessy, 1998
Award winning
Young Teddy Roosevelt
Cheryl Harness, 1998
48 pages
Why to read
Insightful glimpse into Teddy Roosevelt's adventurous childhood.
Encourages leadership and resilience in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging historical narrative.
Ideal for enhancing knowledge on American history.
Young Teddy Roosevelt
Cheryl Harness, 1998
Award winning
The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee
Julie Leung, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of a fearless female pilot.
Celebrates courage, perseverance, and breaking barriers.
Highlights historical significance and cultural diversity.
Empowers young readers through positive role models.
The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee
Julie Leung, 2021
Award winning
Children of the Benin Kingdom
Dinah Orji, 2020
123 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative of ancient African civilization.
Bolsters knowledge on African heritage and culture.
Encourages understanding of diversity and historical perspectives.
Enhances literacy through rich, descriptive storytelling.
Children of the Benin Kingdom
Dinah Orji, 2020
Award winning
The Lamp, the Ice, and the Boat Called Fish: Based on a True Story
Jacqueline Briggs Martin, 2001
48 pages
Why to read
Based on true, captivating Arctic survival story.
Teaches resilience and teamwork through engaging narrative.
Enhances historical knowledge and geographical awareness.
Illustrated, appealing to visual learning styles.
The Lamp, the Ice, and the Boat Called Fish: Based on a True Story
Jacqueline Briggs Martin, 2001
Award winning
Ida B. Wells, Voice of Truth
Michelle Duster, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Ida B. Wells' fight for justice.
Empowers children with real historical role models.
Enhances awareness of social issues and equality.
Stimulates discussions on history and rights.
Ida B. Wells, Voice of Truth
Michelle Duster, 2022
What If You'd Been at Jamestown (Cover-To-Cover Chapter Books: Settling the Colonies)
Ellen Keller, 1996
24 pages
Why to read
Transport back to historical Jamestown adventure.
Encourages exploration of American history through storytelling.
Builds empathy and understanding of early settlers.
Engaging, educational content for young readers.
