The collection

Every book opens a door to remarkable lives.

The 13-book People You Should Know biography series pairs accessible stories with hands-on learning. Companion word-search books offer another engaging way to revisit the people, ideas, and achievements in every volume.

The biography series

Meet the people who moved history forward.

Each core book profiles 15 African American trailblazers through readable biographies, hands-on activities, group puzzles, and reflection prompts for readers ages 10+.

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Book One01

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People You Should Know

Fifteen remarkable lives. Fifteen new ways to see what’s possible.

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Book Two02

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People You Should Know

More courageous minds, creative spirits, and history-making firsts.

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Book Three03

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People You Should Know

A third collection of stories built to spark curiosity and pride.

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Book Four

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The journey continues

Book Four is taking root.

Fifteen more remarkable people. Fifteen more stories of courage, creativity, and possibility—coming next to the People You Should Know collection.

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Word Search Companion Books

Forty themed word-search puzzles in every companion help curious minds revisit the trailblazers, vocabulary, and ideas introduced in each biography book.