Josh Gregory Knihy

Throughout his youth, Blake Griffin was often overshadowed on the basketball court by his older brother. In college, Blake took over the spotlight and hasn't looked back since. Today, he is most famous for his incredible slam dunks. With his remarkable scoring and rebounding skills, Blake has helped the Los Angeles Clippers become an NBA playoff contender. However, Blake also works hard to help people in need. He has raised money to help fight cancer and childhood obesity. He also started a relief fund for victims of a devastating tornado. Follow Blake through the biggest moments of his career on and off the court to see how this basketball legend makes a difference. Book jacket.

John Adams was the second president of the United States, but he was the first to move into the newly built White House. What was it like living there? Young readers will find out as they read about his presidency, as well as his early life and important role in establishing the new country. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Adams is remembered and honored today.

In 1861, the Civil War began. People in the North and the South fought against each other. How did Abraham Lincoln rise to the challenge of leading the nation during this difficult time? Young readers will find out as they read about his early life and his presidency. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Lincoln is remembered and honored today.

During his two terms as president, Theodore Roosevelt did an extraordinary amount to help Americans. He helped build the Panama Canal, created laws to protect our nation's forests and wildlife, and made foods and medicines safer for people. What was Roosevelt's biggest achievement? Young readers can choose for themselves as they find out about his overcoming of a childhood illness, his victories in the Spanish-American War, and his accomplishments as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Roosevelt is remembered and honored today.

Explores the career of the football star, including his high school and college success, his time with the Indianapolis Colts, and his comeback after his neck surgery.

In 1775, the American colonists began fighting a war against Great Britain to gain their freedom. Andrew Jackson was just 13 years old when he started delivering messages for American troops. How did this early experience in war shape his future? Young readers will find out as they read about Jackson's difficult childhood, his military victories during the War of 1812, and his two terms as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Jackson is remembered and honored today.

The Fourth of July is often called our country's birthday. What important role did Thomas Jefferson have in making this American holiday possible? Young readers will find out as they read about his writing of the Declaration of Independence, as well as his early life, his ideas for shaping a new government, and his two terms as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Jefferson is remembered and honored today.

Why is George Washington known as the father of our country? What was the country like when he served as its very first president? Young readers will find out as they read about his dramatic life and important role in history. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Washington is remembered and honored today.

During the 1930s, millions of Americans lost their jobs and homes because of the Great Depression. Then, in 1941, America joined the fighting in World War II. What important decisions did President Franklin D. Roosevelt make as he led the country during these difficult times? Young readers will find out as they read about his four terms as president, as well as his early life and important role in history. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways FDR is remembered and honored today.

From his earliest days on the field, quarterback Andrew Luck's incredible skills and quick thinking have set him on a path to becoming a champion player. After graduating from Stanford University, Andrew was chosen by the Indianapolis Colts as the very first pick of the 2012 NFL draft. During his rookie season, he ran, passed, and handed off the football for a total gain of 4,374 yards (4,000 m). This was more than any other rookie quarterback in NFL history! Since then, Andrew has continued to dazzle fans, never missing an opportunity to help his team score the winning touchdown. In Andrew Luck, young readers get a close-up view of the quarterback's inspiring journey from his childhood, through his college years at Stanford University, all the way to NFL stardom. Large, full-color photos paired with engaging, simple text will keep sports fans on the edge of their seats as they cheer on Andrew through his amazing career.