Biographies for 10-year olds

Kid biography examples

Voices in History is a Core Knowledge Biography Series that encourages young readers to learn about real superheroes in history. As a result of acts of extraordinary bravery, ingenuity, strength, and determination, these people made a difference and changed the world. Perhaps their remarkable stories will inspire young readers to become the superheroes of the future.

Written by award-winning authors, these books are designed to be read independently, or read aloud in a classroom setting. Abraham Lincoln grew up to become the 16th president of the United States. Abraham was born into a humble background, and as a boy he had to find his own way in the world. Largely self-educated, he became a lawyer and eventually president.

The steady hand of Abraham Lincoln steered the United States through one of the most challenging times in its history. Born in Maryland in the s, Benjamin Banneker lived an extraordinary life. As an African American, he faced racial prejudice.

Biographies for 12-year olds

But despite the times in which he lived, Benjamin is remembered today for his many accomplishments. He was a scientist and author of a series of almanacs; a clock maker extraordinaire; a successful farmer. Most importantly though, he challenged those who were unwilling to abolish slavery. You could say you have to be brave to be a spy.

You have to be especially brave to be a spy while traveling in a hot-air balloon above an enemy army camp or a battlefield. He then went on to fight for liberation in his homeland where his life was tragically cut short.