Central Kansas Library System

Traces the life of the legendary frontiersman, from his childhood in the Kansas Territory, through his years of adventure as military scout, Pony Express rider, and buffalo hunter, to his creation of his Wild West Show.

Describes the life and times of Daniel Boone, a man associated with the exploration of Kentucky and the westward expansion of the American frontier.

Simple text and photographs introduce the life of Benjamin Franklin.

Simple text and illustrations introduce the life of the Powhatan Indian who worked throughout her life to establish peace between her people and the English.

Simple text and photographs introduce the life of Alexander Graham Bell.

A biography of Helen Keller, an author and activist for people with disabilities who was born in 1880 and lost her sight and hearing to an illness in 1882.

Details the life and achievements of abolitionist Harriet Beecher Stowe whose book, Uncle Tom's Cabin, is said to have started the Civil War.

A simple biography of the man who served as president of the United States during the Civil War.

Simple text and photographs introduce the life of Sam Houston, who served as governor of Texas after helping fight for the region's independence from Mexico.