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Leaders Like Us Collection

History is filled with inspiring leaders who made a difference in their communities and in our world. In the Leaders Like Us collection, you'll learn about some important African American leaders, including Henry Louis Gates Jr., Bayard Rustin, Major Taylor, Shirley Chisholm, Rosetta Tharpe, and Rebecca Lee Crumpler.


Each title in this illustrated biography series tells the story of an important leader in fields such as science, the arts, government, sports, and more. Texts focus on each leader's early life and greatest accomplishments. Each book includes a time line, questions for discussion, and an extension activity.


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  • Synopsis

    Bayard learned from an early age how important equal rights were. He knew how to help people work together for equality without violence. He even played an important role in one of the most important Civil Rights events in American history. Meet an important leader - Bayard Rustin.


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    Rosetta could sing and play guitar like no one had ever heard before. From her church’s stage to Carnegie Hall, she brought her incredible gift of music to the world. With it, she also helped invent rock and roll! Meet an important leader - Sister Rosetta Tharpe. 


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     “Major” loved to ride his bike. He raced and did tricks, winning award after award. He became one of the best bicycle racers in the United States in just a few years. What happened to this amazing athlete? Meet an important leader - Marshall “Major” Taylor. 


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    Shirley knew that the world needed change. She began to organize people and fight to make a difference. Working in the government could improve the lives of people all over the United States! Her work took her all the way to the presidential campaign trail. Meet an important leader - Shirley Chisholm. 


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    Ever since she was young, Rebecca wanted to help people feel better, even before people knew much about modern medicine. She would not let anyone stop her from becoming the first African American woman doctor in the United States. She even wrote a book so that others could learn too. Meet an important leader - Rebecca Lee Crumpler.


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    As a child, Henry Jr. was curious about his family tree. Who was his great-great-grandfather? Why were some things about his family unknown? Henry interviewed family members and discovered connections. When he grew up, he taught others to do the same! Meet an important leader - Henry Louis Gates Jr. 


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