Children - People and Society

Children - People and Society - Biography

Their Stamp on History - Explores the lives of important historical people whose pictures have appeared on U.S. postage stamps.
Children's Encyclopedia of Women - Biographies of famous women written by third and fourth grade students.
Biographical Dictionary - Contains information on more than 28,000 notable people from ancient times to the present day. Searchable by names, keywords, and dates.
Academy of Achievement Home Page - Introduces the men and women who shaped the 20th century. Includes profiles, biographies, and interviews.
PBS - History - Contains biographies of dozens of men and women whose lives have shaped the course of history.
Biography.com - Short biographies of famous people, ranging from actors and actresses to political leaders and historical figures.
4to40: Heros Forever - Provides short profiles of modern day leaders.
Women in History - Fifth graders share short biographies of 10 women who helped shape the 20th century.
Images of Greatness - Fourth and fifth graders write about the lives and characters of twelve famous individuals.
Famous People with Disabilities - Short biographies of about a dozen famous people.
Biographies for Kids - Famous leaders page offers short biographies political leaders, scientists, inventors, athletes, and others who made a great impact on their world. Stories are written for elementary school students, and each page includes links and a dictionary of terms.
MyHero.com - Tells the stories of ordinary people who have accomplished extraordinary things.
Great Men and Women of the World - Provides biographies of great men and women of the world. Organized into sections on leaders and activists, heroes and humanitarians and scientists. Profiles available in English and French.
Canadian Heroes in Fact and Fiction - Short illustrated profiled of personalities, both historical and fictional, who have inspired and enriched the nation.
Time 100 - Profiles the 100 most influential people of the 20th century as selected by TIME Magazine in five fields -- leaders and revolutionaries, artists and entertainers, builders and titans, scientists and thinkers, and heroes and icons.
Distinguished Women of Past and Present - Tells the stories of hundreds of women who have helped to shape the course of history. Searchable by name or topic.
Liberty's Kids - Web home of the animated series that introduces children to the exciting stories and people behind the birth of a nation. From PBS.
African American Artists - Profiles and examples of work by Bearden, Clark, Douglas, Hunter, Johnson, Lawrence and Tanner.
Wyeth Family - The Wyeth family has produced three generations of artists and illustrators. Brief biographies are presented here of N.C. Wyeth (1882-1945) who illustrated children's books, Andrew Wyeth (born 1917), and Jamie Wyeth (born 1946).
Famous Artists - Biographies of Chagall, Dali, Da Vinci, Klee, Matisse, Monet, Picasso, Renoir, Rousseau, Toulouse-Lautrec, Van Gogh, and Warhol.
Gary Trudeau - Brief biography and FAQs about the creator of the comic strip Doonesbury.
My Hero: Artists - Short student-friendly biographies of more than two dozen painters, musicians, photographers, filmmakers, actors and designers who have shared their talents with the world.
Encarta: Great African American Artists - Tells about Africans and their descendants have contributed to the visual arts, producing some of America's finest paintings, sculptures, collages, prints, and other works.
About Scott Adams - The cartoonist who created the Dilbert comic strip tells about his own life.
Charles M. Schulz - Introduces the man who created the Peanuts comic strip.
Henri De Toulouse-Lautrec - Contains facts, and some of his more famous works.
Michelangelo - Great Buildings Online - Focuses on the artist's contributions as an architect.
Biography - Part of the Web Gallery of Art, this page provides a detailed look at Michelangelo's life and includes information and photographs of some of his most famous works.
Michelangelo Buonarroti - Provides a comprehensive overview of Michelangelo's life. Three-part biography includes links to photographs of many of his works.
WebMuseum: Michelangelo - A brief introduction to the artist and his creations.
Michelangelo - Collection of 10 articles from Encarta Encyclopedia provide an in-depth look at the artist's life.
Michaelangelo Buonarroti - A brief collection of facts about the author's life and his works.
WebMuseum: Gogh, Vincent van - Provides a brief introduction to the artist and his works.
Gogh, Vincent Willem van - Short article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides an overview of the artist's life.
The Detroit Institute of Arts: More on Van Gogh - A short biography of the artist.
The Artchive: Vincent van Gogh - Includes biography, samples of the artist's work, and related articles.
Gardens of the Sunlight - Vincent van Gogh - A short biography and many samples of the artist's work.
Vincent Van Gogh - History of the artist and images of his most popular works.
Celebrating Women's History: Georgia O'Keeffe - Provides an overview of O'Keeffe's life, her unique style, and the way in which the American southwest influenced her works.
The National Women's Hall of Fame - Georgia O'Keeffe - Short biographical profile and portrait taken during the artist's latter years.
John James Audubon 1785-1851 - Short biography from the National Audubon Society.
John James Audubon - Short biography from the Museum of Nebraska Art includes samples of Audubon's artwork.
John James Audubon and John Bachman - Introduces one of Audubon's lesser-known contributions to the world of art, The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America.
Audubon, John James - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides a brief introduction to the artist and includes samples of his work.
Norman Rockwell: Pictures for the American People - Includes short biography, timeline illustrated with rare photographs from Rockwell's life, and samples of the illustrator's works.
Artists' Biographies: Norman Rockwell - Short biography with one of Rockwell's illustrations.
Rockwell, Norman - Short biographical profile from Encarta Encyclopedia.
Brief Biography of Norman Rockwell - Introduces the illustrator famous for his Saturday Evening Post cover illustrations which showed 20th century American life.
Claude Monet - Fourth-grader's school report includes detailed biographical information, historical background, and paintings.
WebMuseum: Monet, Claude - Provides a short biography and a detailed look at his works and influence.
Monet, Claude Oscar - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia introduces the leading figure in the late-19th-century movement called impressionism.
Claude Monet - Short collection of biographical information assembled by fourth through sixth graders.
All About Matisse - Includes scholarly biography, portrait, and samples paintings, with brief descriptions of each.
WebMuseum: Matisse, Henri - Provides a detailed overview of Matisse's career and his impact on the world of art.
Henri Matisse - French Painter - Includes photograph and short biography.
Henri Matisse - Short biography in easy English.
Andy Warhol - Short biographical sketch with related links.
Artchive: Andy Warhol - Provides biography, related links, and samples of the man behind the Campbell's Soup can.
Catharton Artists: Andy Warhol - Short biography includes quotes from the artist.
Eyestorm: Andy Warhol - Online gallery includes detailed biography and resume.
Andy Warhol: Series and Singles - Includes biographical sketch and a handful of Warhol's best-known works.
Andy Warhol - Short biography in easy English.
Encarta: Rembrandt - Encyclopedia article provides an overview of the painter's life and works.
WebMuseum: Rembrandt - Short biography of the greatest artist of the Dutch school.
Rembrandt van Rijn - A short biography and collection of interesting facts created by elementary school students.
Lt. Col. Eileen M. Collins - Text, video and audio interviews with the first woman shuttle commander.
Neil A. Armstrong - Biography of the first man to step on the earth's moon.
Roberta Lynn Bondar - Canadian astronaut biography from NASA.
Astronauts - Brief biographies of two Canadian astronauts, Roberta Bondar and Ken Money.
Eileen Marie Collins - Official NASA biography of the first woman to command the Space Shuttle.
Comrade Kosmonaut - All about the Russian cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin, the first man in space.
Eileen Collins - Short biography of the astronaut.
About John Glenn - Encarta encyclopedia article about the life of John Glenn, the first American to orbit in space.
Yuri Gagarin - Article about the Russian astronaut, the first man in space.
John Hershel Glenn, Jr. - Student's report about John Glenn, first American to orbit in space.
John Glenn: Three Orbits to History - Presents a brief multimedia history of John Glenn's Mercury flight, the first American mission into Earth orbit.
Sally Kristen Ride - First American woman in space.
Glenn, John Herschel, Jr. - From the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
Dr. Sally Ride - Biography of the first American woman to orbit the earth.
Dr. Ronald McNair - A brief biography of one of the Challenger astronauts.
Jim Lovell, an Astronaut's Story - Extensive biography of one of the Apollo 13 astronauts.
Valentina Tereshkova - The Russian cosmonaut was the first woman to travel in space.
Dr. Ronald E. McNair - Biography of the astronaut from the University of New Hampshire.
Ronald E. McNair - Biography on the Ronald E. McNair scholarship website at the University of Kansas.
Dr. Mae Jemison - About the first African American woman astronaut.
Story Musgrave, M.D. - An American astronaut who has flown six missions into space.
Adm. Alan Shepard, Jr. - A biography and 1991 interview with the first American to go into space.
Ellen Ochoa - NASA's biography of this three-time mission payload specialist.
Dr. Ellen Ochoa - Ellen Ochoa is the first Hispanic female astronaut.
Christa McAuliffe - Biography of the teacher astronaut who died in the Challenger explosion.
The Apollo Astronauts - Contains pictures of all the Apollo astronauts, the men who went to the moon. Features information on mission launch dates.
Tereshkova, Valentina Vladimirovna - Encarta encyclopedia article about the famous Russian cosmonaut.
Yuri Gagarin - Very brief biography of the Russian cosmonaut.
Guion Bluford - Biography of the first African American to go into space.
Julie Payette - Canadian astronaut who was the first Canadian to participate in the assembly of the International Space Station.
Roberta Bondar Questions and Answers - The first Canadian woman to become an astronaut and fly in space answers some of the questions children have asked her.
Williams, Dave - Includes information on his education, affiliations and experience.
Tryggvason, Bjarni - Information on his special honors, personal information and organizations.
MacLean, Steve - Information on his experience, special honors. Also includes personal information.
Mae Jemison - The first African American woman to enter space.
Ellen Ochoa - Biography of the Hispanic engineer and astronaut.
Australian Authors - Brief biographies and bibliographies of Australian authors of fiction for teenagers. Includes notes on their life and list of titles.
The Author Page - Features biographical information, photos, and short interviews with more than a dozen modern children's authors. From the Internet Public Library.
Authors and Illustrators - A part of the Horn Book's Virtual History Exhibit, this site features letters and radio interviews with classic children's writers.
Maurice Sendak - Tells about the childhood of the man who created the Wild Things and identifies some of the influences that shaped his writing and artwork.
Authors of Lasting Fame - A brief introduction to authors Nathaniel Hawthorne, Charlotte Bronte, and Pulitzer Prize winner Edna Ferber.
From Noah Webster to Merriam-Webster - Tells about the author of America's first dictionary.
Author Search Index on kidsreads.com - Introduces children's authors through author profiles and interviews. Also offers e-mail addresses of select writers.
Sid Fleischman - Fleischman talks about his life and the writing career he never planned to have.
Gale Group: Poet's Corner - Includes biographies of more than 30 poets along with guides to their most popular works.
Sheila Keenan - Tells all about the author and her books.
The World of Peter Rabbit - An in-depth look into the life of the woman who brought Peter Rabbit to life. Explores her childhood, her education, her art, and her writings.
Sherry Garland - Contains biography, list of books, FAQs, author visit information, and writing tips.
MacDonald, Amy - Biography of the award-winning children's book author, including information about the author, her books, and scheduled school visits.
Ann Herrick - Reviews and synopses of books and stories, information about the author, and links to sites related to writing.
Alice Walker - A leading voices among black American women writers who has produced an acclaimed and varied body of work, including poetry, novels, short stories, essays, and criticism.
Scot Gardner - Australian author of young adult fiction who writes gutsy stories about life. Includes a synopsis of the books, as well as teacher's notes in PDF files.
Famous Authors and Their Creations - This Thinkquest Jr. site provides very brief biographies of eight well-known authors.
Lois Duncan - A short biography of the award-winning young adult horror writer.
Tomie dePaola Biography - Short biographical sketch complete with a list of accomplishments.
Bill Peet - Author, Animator, Illustrator - Tells about the author and his books. Also includes information and games for the classroom.
Author Biographies - Students provide very short biographies of their favorite Newbery Award-winning authors.
Simon Cheshire - Personal site of the children's writer who created works such as Totally Unsuitable For Children and the Jeremy Brown spy spoofs. Includes a guide to his life, news, and extracts from his books.
Authors' Calendar - Provides short introductions to the lives and works of hundreds of authors from around the world.
The Poet's Bookshelf: Biographies of Famous Poets - Gifted students write about the lives of 12 well-known American poets.
Learning About Cynthia Voigt - An 8th-grader shares what she has learned about this popular young adult writer.
Teri Daniels Books - Author of picture books includng The Feet in the Gym, Just Enough, G-Rex, and Math Man. Features a biography, photos, activities that relate to her stories, links for young readers, and teacher's guides.
Maya Angelou - Novelist and poet who became a national celebrity in 1970 with the publication of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. Also San Francisco's first black streetcar conductor.
Alex Haley - Journalist and author of the widely-acclaimed novel Roots.
Neil Arksey - Biography, pictures, book information, opinions, competitions, opportunities for dialogue with the author.
Great Writers and Poets - Directory of links to resources for numerous authors, including information on Nobel Prize winners.
Author Webliography - Directory of scholarly sites about classic authors.
ACHUKA: Terence Blacker - Interview with the British author and journalist about current adult and children's books, including his own.
Writers Online: Terence Blacker Questions & Answers - Interview with the novelist and a list of all his children's books, plus an extract from a Ms. Wiz story with suggestions for aspiring young writers.
Seymour Simon - Official homepage of the award-winning science author for children. Includes information on the author and his 200+ books, along with science links.
Coleen Salley - Promotes children's author and storyteller, providing information about recent publications and booking engagements.
Marisabina Russo - Provides personal information about the author, a synopsis of the books she has writte, and a schedule of school visits.
Martha Weston - Illustrator of books for children. Site includes profiles of her books, a schedule of school presentations, and contact information.
Simon Rose - Author of science fiction and fantasy novels for children and young adults. Find autobiographical information and a synopsis of some of his books.
Richard Brassey - Learn about Brilliant Brits, Nessie, and How to Speak Chimpanzee on the author/illustrator's site. Find animations, games, riddles, and teacher resources.
Donna Maria - Visit the magical worlds from the books, including the 5 stories about Miss Christmas and the lands visited by the Princess of Colour.
Ashley Wolff - Children's book author and illustrator provides biographical information and teacher activities, as well as information on scheduling a school visit.
About Roald Dahl - Students wrote this short biography of the man behind Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Roald Dahl: His Life and Literature - This research paper tells about Dahl's childhood, his years in the military, and his writings.
Roald Dahl Biographical Sketch - A short, fun overview of Dahl's life.
Seussville: Meet Dr. Seuss - A short biography complete with photograph.
Dr. Seuss - Medicine Cabinet - A short collection of facts about Dr. Seuss's life.
Geisel, Theodor Seuss - Article from the Encarta Encyclopedia provides basic information about Seuss's life.
Dr. Seuss Biography - Infoplease.com - Tells about the life of this American author and illustrator of children's books, who is known for his blend of whimsy, zany humor, catchy verse, and outlandish illustrations.
Frances Hodgson Burnett - Brief biography of the author, a listing of her books, and links to relevant pages.
BBC The Bookcase - Francis Hodgson Burnett - Basic facts about the author's life and her works.
Brian Jacques - Young writers interview their favorite author, then share their conversation.
Brian Jacques: Biography - Tells the story of the man behind Redwall Abbey, from childhood to his present day career.
Unofficial Redwall FAQ: about Brian Jacques - Answers common questions about Jacques' life, family, and other interests.
Penguin Putnam - Face to Face with Brian Jacques - Provides a short history of Jacques' life and tells where he gets his ideas. Includes photographs of the author.
A Conversation with Brian Jacques - Jacques answers questions about his life and his writing habits.
Authors Online: Brian Jacques - Short profile along with Jacques' responses to questions asked by students.
Narnia - All about Lewis's life and his most popular series of books.
Into the Wardrobe: The Life of Clive Staples - Timeline walks visitors through the most important events in Lewis's life.
Factmonster: Narnia - Special feature includes a detailed biography of the creator of Narnia.
Lewis, C(live) S(taples) - A short article from the Encarta Encyclopedia.
Educational Paperback Association: Lewis, C.S. - Detailed biography and photograph.
Brief Timeline of the Life of C.S. Lewis - Highlights major events in Lewis's life.
Hans Christian Andersen: Immortal Story Teller - A sixth-grader's report on Andersen's life.
Andersen, Hans Christian - Short article from Encarta Encyclopedia gives an overview of Andersen's life.
About Hans Christian Andersen - Offers a short biography and several of Anderson's works online.
Books and Writers: Hans Christian Andersen - Short biography, along with recommendations for additional reading and a selected works list.
Hans Christian Andersen Museum - A brief look at Andersen's life and works. Includes one of his most famous tales.
Andersen, Hans Christian - Brief biographical sketch from Encyclopedia.com.
Sachar, Louis - Educational Paperback Association - Includes a biography, photo, and a list of Sachar's works.
teachers@random: Louis Sachar - Simple biography tells about Sachar's education, his family, and his hobbies. Includes photo.
Meet the Author/Illustrator - Louis Sachar - Sachar tells the story of his own life.
Shel Silverstein - A short biography placed online by Silverstein's publisher when the beloved poet died.
Shel Silverstein - Short biography tells of Silverstein's childhood and explores the range of writings.
Cedar Falls Public Library: Betsy Byars - Short profile and list of books.
teachers@random: Betsy Byars - In-depth look at Byars' writing career, along with basic biographical facts.
Byars, Betsy - Educational Paperback Association - Short autobiography written especially for students.
BetsyByars.com - Betsy Byars tells the story of her own life, shares photographs from her past, and offers tips for young writers.
Betsy Byars - Short slide show tells about Byars' life.
ML Author Spotlight -- Betsy Byars - Short biography based on interview with Byars.
A.A. Milne - Short biography for kids.
Pooh Corner: Biographies: A.A. Milne - In-depth look at Milne's life and works.
A.A. Milne - The Author - Story-like sketch of Milne's life.
Penguin Putnam: A.A. Milne - Summarizes the author's life and major accomplishments.
Woo's Wonder World - Contains illustrated biographies of characters, poems, recipes, themes, graphics, and Pooh's Kids Korner of games.
The Louisa May Alcott Web - Biographical information, works, references, and criticism.
Paw Prints Anecdotes: Louisa May Alcott - Includes short and humorous story.
Louisa May Alcott: About the Author - In-depth look at the life of the woman who wrote Little Women.
Alcott, Louisa May - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides short history of the writer's life.
Alcotts and Orchard House - A virtual tour of Orchard House, Alcott's childhood home and the place where she is believed to have written Little Women.
The Women of The Hall - Louisa May Alcott - Short biography from the National Women's Hall of Fame. Includes Alcott's portrait and a picture of her home.
Stan and Jan Berenstain Biography - Biographical information about Stan and Jan Berenstain, as well as a history of their series of Berenstain Bears books.
Kidsreads.com: Jan and Stan Berenstain - Short profile of the husband-wife team behind the Berenstain Bears books.
Educational Paperback Association: Berenstain, Stan and Jan - The authors tell the stories of their own lives.
Author Interviews: Stan Berenstain - Short list of facts about the Berenstain. Includes a RealAudio interview with Stan Berenstain.
Authors Online Transcript: Stan and Jan Berenstain - Features their responses to questions asked by Scholastic students.
Write On Reader - Avi - Biography - Short biography written by a student for students.
Learning About Avi - Eighth grader shares what she has learned about the author.
IPL Youth Division: Ask the Author - Avi answers common questions about his life and works.
Educational Paperback Association: Avi - In-depth autobiographical sketch, a listing of Avi's works, and suggested print resources for further study.
Kidsreads.com: Avi - The writer tells the story of his own life in this interview.
Authors Online Biography: Avi - Includes a short autobiography, interview transcript, and booklist.
Avi - Avi's official site with excerpts from his latest book.
About Jan Brett - Short biography from Brett's own web site.
Penguin Putnam: Jan Brett - Offers a short biography.
SeeSaw: All About Me - Brett tells the story of her own life, beginning with her childhood.
Judy Blume Biography - Short biography complete with photographs. From Blume's official site.
Judy Blume - A third-grader's report on Blume's life.
teachers@random: Judy Blume - Blume tells about her childhood and explains how it has influenced her writing. She also responds to questions about her life and works.
Educational Paperback Association: Blume, Judy - The author tells the story of her own life.
Judy Blume by Taylor and Emily - Two students tell about Blume's life and her writings.
Kidsreads.com: Judy Blume - The writer tells the story of her own life. Includes photo.
Authors Online Biography: Judy Blume - Short autobiography, photo, and interview transcript.
Children's Authors: Eric Carle - Includes quick facts and short biography.
Biographical Notes for Eric Carle - A short biography of Eric Carle, complete with the author's own comments.
Educational Paperback Association: Carle, Eric - The storyteller tells the story of his own life.
Penguin Putnam Biography: Eric Carle - Short history of Carle's life and career.
Kidsreads.com: J.K. Rowling - Rowling answers questions about her life, her books, and writing in general.
Harry Potter: J.K. Rowling Virtual Visit - Rowling tells how she got her start as a writer and shares a little of her personal life.
J K Rowling - Interview - Rowling discusses her writing habits and her books.
Educational Paperback Association: Rowling, J.K. - A detailed overview of the author's life.
ALSC - About Lois Lowry - Short biography and list of books from the American Library Association.
IPL Youth Division: Ask the Author - Lowry shares her life story and responds to common questions about her writing.
Lowry, Lois -- Educational Paperback Association - Lowry shares her life story, focusing on her family life.
teachers@random: Lois Lowry - Includes biography, fun facts, and a short message from Lowry. RealAudio file available.
Lois Lowry Timeline - A timeline of Lowry's life created by some elementary school fans.
Authors Online Biography: Lois Lowry - Lowry tells the story of her own life. Includes photo and interview transcript.
Author Bio: L. Frank Baum - Tells about Baum's life and provides a list of his works.
About L. Frank Baum - Offers a short biography of L. Frank Baum, several of his works, and a message board where visitors may discuss his life and legacy.
OZ Timeline - Includes biographical timeline of Baum.
L. Frank Baum: Royal Historian of Oz - Timeline of Baum's life.
L. Frank Baum - Provides a short introduction to Baum's life and works.
Baum, L(yman) Frank, - Short article and photo from Microsoft Encarta.
The Man Behind the Curtain: L Frank Baum - A detailed look at Baum's life and works. From the Literary Traveler.
Classic Authors: L. Frank Baum - A brief biography of the author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. From Suite 101.
The Man Behind the Curtain: L. Frank Baum and The Wizard of Oz - Article tells about the author, his life and his most famous work.
Carroll, Lewis - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides an overview of Carroll's life and works.
Lewis Carroll - The Academy of American Poets - Presents a biographical sketch, photograph, bibliography and selected poem.
The Influence of Lewis Carroll's Life on His Work - A look at the way Carroll's life shaped his writings.
Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) - A sixth-grader's report on Carroll's life. Includes timeline and two games he created.
Lewis Carroll: An Overview - Extensive, scholarly-oriented pages on Carroll and his work, as seen from many angles (religious, historical, political, etc).
Lloyd Alexander Biography - Short biography, list of works, and a RealAudio clip of the author discussing his writing.
The World of Lloyd Alexander - A brief look at Alexander's life and works.
Penguin Putnam: Alexander, Lloyd - Biography, interview, and book list for the popular author of fantasy books.
Lloyd Alexander - Brief biography includes photo and a listing of some of the major awards Alexander has claimed.
Meet the Author/Illustrator - Lloyd Alexander - Alexander explains why he writes fantasy.
Kidsreads.com: Lloyd Alexander - A fun profile with quotes from the writer. Includes photo.
Authors Online Biography: Lloyd Alexander - The author's life in his own words. Includes a brief list of facts and a listing of his works.
The Scoop - Lloyd Alexander - Short biography focuses on the experiences that shaped Alexander's life and his writing.
teachers@random: Robert Cormier - Tells about the author's life, includes excerpts from an interview with him, and lists his works.
IPL Youth Division: Ask the Author - Includes photo, brief profile, and the author's answers to frequently asked questions about his life and works.
Robert Cormier, 'Chocolate War' Author, Dies at 75 - Story of Cormier's death released by the Associated Press.
Kidsreads.com: Robert Cormier - Provides a short introduction to his life and literary career. Includes photo.
Beyond the Shadows of Robert Cormier - A brief profile, followed by excerpts from an interview of the author.
The Author Corner: Robert Cormier - Provides a brief introduction to the author and his works.
Educational Paperback Association: Cormier, Robert - A detailed overview of Cormier's life.
Guardian Unlimited: Robert Cormier - A tribute published after Cormier's death November 2, 2000.
Educational Paperback Association: Armstrong, William H. - The author tells his own life story.
Sounder - A student writes about the author and his award-winning work.
Lynne Reid Banks - An inside look at Banks' life.
The Official Lynne Reid Banks Website - Tells about Banks' life and books, offers audio samples, and provides a look at an example of a hareplay.
Educational Paperback Association: Banks, Lynne Reid - The author tells her own life story.
Educational Paperback Association: Cushman, Karen - The author tells the story of her own life.
Author Spotlight: Karen Cushman - Tells about the author's life, includes an interview with her, and provides summaries of her books.
ALSC: About Karen Cushman - A short biography from the American Library Association.
IPL Youth Division: Ask the Author - A short profile, along with Cushman's answers to readers' questions about her life and writings.
Learning about Karen Cushman - An 8th grade student writes this detailed report on Cushman's life and writing style.
Educational Paperback Association: Bemelmans, Ludwig - Photo and scholarly biographical sketch.
Ludwig Bemelmans, Corporal, United States Army - Most people know Bemelmans as a beloved children's author. This page of the Arlington National Cemetery site introduces him as a man who served his country.
The Man Who Dreamed Up Madeline - Like the character he created, Ludwig Bemelmans had an amazing way of getting into, and out of, one jam after another. From Smithsonian Magazine.
Kidsreads.com: Ludwig Bemelmans - Includes profile of the writer, fact sheet, and fun trivia about the Madeline books.
Educational Paperback Association: Viorst, Judith - The author tells the story of her own life.
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day - A short biography of Viorst, along with her answers to questions about Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Includes a link to hear Viorst read an excerpt from the book.
Educational Paperback Association: Bridwell, Norman R. - Bridwell tells the story of his own life, including childhood in Indiana, the publication of his first book, and his life today.
Kidsreads.com: Norman Bridwell - Biographical profile complete with quotes from the writer himself. Includes photo.
Authors Online Biography: Norman Bridwell - A biography based on an interview with the author. Also offers Bridwell's answers to questions children asked about his life and writings.
Kidsreads.com: Beverly Cleary - Tells about Cleary's life and her career as a writer.
Beverly Cleary : Biography - Biographical sketch of the popular children's book author.
Cleary, Beverly - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides an overview of Cleary's life.
Educational Paperback Association: Cleary, Beverly - The storyteller shares the story of her own life.
Author Profile: Beverly Cleary - An in-depth look at Cleary's life and the factors that shaped her works.
The World of Beverly Cleary - Introduces the author and her books. Also includes character profiles, online games, and teaching resources.
Hunt for Beverly Cleary - Uncover the story of Cleary's life through this Internet treasure hunt.
Authors Online: Meet Beverly Cleary - Traces Cleary's life and career.
Author Spotlight: Chris Van Allsburg - Provides a look into the life and career of the man who brought Jumanji to life.
Who is Chris Van Allsburg? - Tells about the author's life and is writing career.
Chris Van Allsburg - Includes brief biographical sketch.
Authors Online Biography: Chris Van Allsburg - Includes the author's reflections on his life and career, along with his answers to questions asked by young readers.
White, E. B. - Brief article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides an overview of the author's life.
Educational Paperback Association: White, E.B. - The writer writes the story of his own life in this article written in 1963.
Classic Authors: E.B. White - Suite101.com - A brief biography of the author.
E. B. White - Brief but scholarly biography of the author whose works ranged from the children's classic Charlotte's Web to the writers "Bible," The Elements of Style.
E.B. White - Tells about White, his books, and the stories behind them.
The Official S.E. Hinton Web Site. - Includes a brief biography, synopses of all Hinton's works, her thoughts about them, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Educational Paperback Association: Hinton, S.E. - The author tells the story of her own life.
teachers@random: S.E. Hinton - A brief biography of the author, along with some of her thoughts about being a writer.
The Author Corner: S.E. Hinton - A brief introduction to Hinton's life and her works.
Gary Paulsen - Includes biographical information and links.
IPL Youth Division: Ask the Author - Paulsen tells about his love of books.
Official Gary Paulsen Site - Features biographical information, interviews, list of current titles, and special information for teachers.
Gary Paulsen Page - Fourth graders tell about the author's life.
Author Profile: Gary Paulsen - An in-depth look at Paulsen's life and the many factors that shaped his writing.
Learning about Gary Paulsen - Biography, interview, reviews, and a complete list of Paulsen works and literary awards.
Write On Reader - Gary Paulsen - A short biography written by students for students.
Author Profile: Wilson Rawls - Provides an in-depth look at the author's life and the factors that shaped his works.
Educational Paperback Association: Rawls, Wilson - A biographical sketch originally published in the Sixth Book of Junior Authors and Illustrators.
W. Wilson Rawls--Biographical Information - A short biography and fact sheet from the Idaho Falls Public Library, home to the W. Wilson Rawls Memorial Statue.
Wilson Rawls - Site dedicated to Rawls includes short biography, brief summaries of his books, and related activities. Created by elementary school students.
IPL Youth Division: Ask the Author - Offers biographical sketch of the author, as well as Christopher's answers to common questions about his life and works.
Matt Christopher - An aspiring writer who turned to Christopher for help offers an inside glimpse into the author's life.
Athlete Wrote Sports Novels for Youth - Obituary that appeared in the Ottawa Citizen.
Matt Christopher - Summary of Christopher's life from infoplease.com.
Richard Peck Biography - Introduces the author, his works and the awards he has won.
Educational Paperback Association: Richard Peck - The author tells the story of his own life.
Penguin Putnam: Richard Peck - The author tells how he became a writer.
Educational Paperback Association: Peck, Robert Newton - Includes biographical sketch, photograph, and an overview of Peck's works.
Robert Newton Peck - Peck's official home on the web includes a detailed autobiography, news about the author and his works, and links.
Bridge to Terabithia - Paterson's official sites includes an autobiography, answers to frequently asked questions about her life and writing, summaries of her works, and a listing of the many awards and honors she has received.
Educational Paperback Association: Paterson, Katherine - The author tells the story of her own life.
IPL Youth Division: Ask the Author - Paterson tells about her life and responds to questions commonly asked by her readers.
Katherine Paterson WWW Links - Includes an introduction to the author's life as well as a collection of links related to her life and writings.
Penguin Putnam: Katherine Paterson - Introduces the author and her works.
Katherine Paterson - A brief introduction and contact information.
Educational Paperback Association: O'Dell, Scott - A biography originally written for students in 1963.
teachers@random: Scott O'Dell - Brief biography and photograph.
Write On Reader - Scott O'Dell - A biography written by students for students.
ML Author Spotlight -- Scott O'Dell - A brief biography.
Laura Elizabeth Ingalls Wilder - Short biography includes phots of Wilder and her parents.
My Hero: Laura Ingalls Wilder - A short introduction to Wilder's life.
Write On Reader - Laura Ingalls Wilder - A short biography written by students for students.
Laura Ingalls Wilder, Frontier Girl - An in-depth look at the author's life, her world, and her books.
Laura Ingalls Wilder - Article explores the lives of Wilder and her siblings.
Wilder, Laura Ingalls - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides an introduction to the author's life and works.
Celebrating Women's History Month: Laura Ingalls Wilder - Scholarly article written especially for young people introduces the author and her works.
Pioneering Journeys of the Ingalls Family - Timeline identifies highlights of Wilder's life.
Mercer Mayer - Biographical information and links on the children's author and illustrator.
Little Critter - Author's official site tells about his life and books. Also includes stories, jokes, puzzles, and games.
Educational Paperback Association: Mayer, Mercer - The author tells the story of his own life.
Mercer Mayer, 1943- - Short profile includes a list of all Mayer's works.
Women Children's Book Illustrators--Lois Lenski - A look at Lenski's childhood, her education, and her career as a writer and illustrator.
Lois Lenski Collection - UNC Greensboro - Includes brief biography and photograph.
Lois Lenski - A short biography of Lois Lenski, with her signature and picture.
The Official Robert Munsch Website - Includes an autobiography, photos, background information on Munsch's books, a way to contact the author, stories, and other activities.
Educational Paperback Association: Munsch, Robert - The writer tells the story of his own life.
Authors Online Biography: Robert Munsch - Introduces the author and his works.
Laura Numeroff - Biography - Laura Numeroff, author of many children's books including the If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, tells about her childhood in Brookyln and shares pictures from her life.
SeeSaw: All About Me - Numeroff tells all about her life, from how she began writing in elementary school to how she spends her time today.
Educational Paperback Association: Elizabeth George Speare - The author relates the story of her own life.
Teachers@Random: Elizabeth George Speare - Brief biography and photograph.
Lucy Maud Montgomery - A short biography and links to several of her works available online.
L(ucy) M(aud) Montgomery (1874-1942) - Includes biographical information and a list of works.
CBC 4 Kids: Lucy Maud Montgomery - A simple, yet detailed biography with photo. Includes a list of Montgomery's works, grouped by series.
Montgomery, L(ucy) M(aud) - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides an overview of the author's life.
A Celebration of Women Authors: L. M. Montgomery - Includes biographical information and links to some of Montgomery's poems.
The Alpine Path. - Montgomery offers a detailed account of her writing career.
Write On Reader - Lucy Maud Montgomery Biography - A short biography written by students for students.
BBC The Bookcase - L.M. Montgomery - A collection of facts about Montgomery's life.
Lucy Maud Montgomery: The Many Mauds - A short excerpt from Life and Times, Canada's biography series.
Lucy Maud Montgomery - A brief biography from PBS.
L. M. Montgomery in Rainbow Valley - Includes poetry, photographs, biography, and works.
Heidi by Johanna Spyri - Includes a biography of the author, a timeline of her life, and several portrait. Also provides an in-depth look at the novel and its setting.
Johanna Spyri's Life and Works - A detailed timeline of Spyri's life, along with the story of Heidi.
Anna Sewell -- A Horse's Best Friend - Detailed overview of Sewell's life identifies the factors that led her to write "Black Beauty."
Spartacus: Charles Dickens - Short biography written for students includes links to related articles as well as excerpts from primary sources.
Spectrum Biographies: Charles Dickens - Biography written especially for students provides an overview of the author's life and his literary career.
Books and Writers: Charles Dickens - Scholarly overview of Dickens' life.
David Perdue's Charles Dickens Page - Extensive resource site includes timeline, a complete bibliography with summaries for each book, a list of characters, and information on the author's life and times.
Encarta Encyclopedia: Dickens, Charles - Article provides a brief overview of the author's life.
teachers@random: Marc Brown - Provides a brief introduction to the author's life as well as a short overview of his works.
Kidsreads.com: Marc Brown - The author tells the story of his own life.
Arthur: Marc Brown - Short biography of Arthur's creator, photograph, and answers to frequently asked questions. From PBS.
Telling Stories with Pictures - Brief biography focuses on Brown's skills as an illustrator.
Educational Paperback Association: Marc Brown - Features the story of Brown's life in the author's own words, along with a list of all his works.
Authors Online: Meet Marc Brown - The author answers common questions about his life and writings.
Leo Tolstoy - Timeline, articles on his life and photographs.
Yasnaya Poliana - A picture tour through Tolstoy's home.
About Leo Tolstoy - Includes sketch, short biography, overviews of major works, and online texts.
Shakespeare is Elementary - Second- and third-graders explore Shakespeare's life and works. Includes timeline, play summaries, illustrations, and ideas for teachers.
The Life and Times of William Shakespeare - Provides information on Shakespeare's childhood, his years as an actor, his writing, and his family.
William Shakespeare: Talented and Daring - Short biography written by a fifth-grader.
Gale Group Poet's Corner: Shakespeare - A short biography published specifically for students.
A Shakespeare Timeline Summary Chart - Summarizes major events from the playwright's life and identifies other historic events that were occurring simultaneously.
The Other Side of Shakespeare - Student-created site tells about Shakespeare's life and works. Includes biographical information timeline, pictures, quizzes, and puzzle.
Elementary Shakespeare - A basic look at Shakespeare's life, including an overview of his early life and his careers as an actor, poet, and playwright.
Addison Wesley Longman Drama Authors:William Shakespeare - Introduces the writer and his works. Includes an overview of his early years, his literary career, and his legacy.
Absolute William Shakespeare Biography - Describes what is known about Shakespeare's life from the available documentation including court and church records, marriage certificates and criticisms by his rivals.
Othello Webquest - An interactive webquest tying concepts from Shakespeare's Othello to contemporary concerns about interracial relationships.
Encarta Encyclopedia: Alexandre Dumas - Tells about the life of the man who created the Three Musketeers.
New Kensington-Arnold District : Alexandre Dumas - Teacher provides an in-depth look at the author's life and his literary significance.
Books and Writers: Alexandre Dumas - Scholarly resource provides a detailed overview of the writer's life along with a listing of his works.
The Mark Twain House - Provides a detailed introduction to the man as well as a virtual tour of the Hartford, Connecticut, home where he lived and worked from 1874 to 1891.
Encarta Encyclopedia: Mark Twain - Article tells about the life of the man who created Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn. Includes pictures and related links.
Tour Hannibal Missouri - Vacation guide includes many historical Mark Twain landmarks and theaters.
Mark Twain in His Times - An in-depth look at the writer, his works, and his impact on the literary world.
New Perspectives on the West: Samuel Clemens - Features a detailed biography and portrait of the writer. From PBS.
About Daniel Defoe - Includes short biography, portrait, complete texts of most works, and links to related resources.
Books and Writers: Daniel Defoe - Provides an in-depth look at the author's life and his impact on the world of literature.
Encarta Encyclopedia: Daniel Defore - Tells about the life of the man who created Robinson Crusoe.
Spartacus: Daniel Defoe - Short biography geared toward students includes links to related articles.
Daniel Defoe - Chronological Notes - Provides a simple timeline.
Encarta Encyclopedia: George Eliot - Article tells about the life of the woman who wrote Silas Marner.
Books and Writers: George Eliot - Provides an in-depth look at Eliot's life and her literary significance. Includes a list of works.
The Poet's Bookshelf: T. S. Eliot - Elementary school students present a short biography along with photographs and a sample poem.
Biography of Thomas Stearns Eliot - Features a picture and short biography, along with a transcript of the acceptance speech Eliot delivered when presented with the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948.
The Poet T.S. Eliot - Biographical article and timeline from Time Magazine.
The Academy of American Poets: T. S. Eliot - Includes biography, photograph, listing of works, and related links.
Our Poet of the Month: T.S. Eliot - Short biographical sketch written by students.
Poetry Authors: T.S. Eliot - Detailed biography along with RealAudio excerpts from two works.
Austen, Jane - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides an overview of Austen's life as well as a look at her literary significance.
Jane Austen's Biography - A detailed guide to her life and family, along with links to related articles.
Jane Austen - Provides a biographical sketch, a chronological listing of her works, and related links. From Thinkquest.
Jane Austen - Short biography along with a timeline and a copy of the obituary notice which appeared in the Gentleman's Quarterly in August 1817.
Infoplease.com: Geoffrey Chaucer - Provides an overview of Chaucer's life, his early works, and his later literary contributions. Includes a deeper look at Canterbury Tales.
Catholic Encyclopedia: Chaucer, Geoffrey - Article provides a summary of the author's life and literary contributions.
Biographical Facts Page - Short collection of facts about Chaucer's life.
Encarta Encyclopedia: Geoffrey Chaucer - Article examines the author's roots, his early writings, and the significance of The Canterbury Tales.
Poetry Exhibits: John Donne - Biography, selected poems, and related links from the Academy of American Poets.
Luminarium: John Donne (1572-1631) - Includes biographical sketch, numerous texts (some with audio readings), and related links.
Addison Wesley Longman Poetry Authors: John Donne - Introduces the writer and his works. Includes an overview of his early years, his literary career, and his legacy.
Encarta: Hughes, Langston - Encyclopedia article provides a summary of the writer's life and work.
Featured Author: Langston Hughes - Special section from the New York Times features articles about the man and his works. Includes a six-minute audio clip of Hughes reading selected poems.
Poetry Exhibits: Langston Hughes - Short biography, photograph, and selected poems from the Academy of American Poets.
Voices and Visions Spotlight: Langston Hughes - Short profile along with QuickTime video clip of a dramatic rendition of "Dream Deferred."
America's Story: Langston Hughes - Short illustrated profile, along with a timeline that shows major events which shaped the writer's life.
Langston Hughes - Tells about the man who achieved fame as a poet of the Harlem Renaissanc, then went on to write plays, novels, columns, and essays.
Today in History: February 1 - Text, photos, and other digitized items from the Library of Congress introduce the African-American writer born on this day.
Poet Heroes: Langston Hughes - Student-friendly biography includes photograph and related links.
Jonathan Swift: Gulliver's Travels - Includes a timeline of the author's life along with the text of his most famous work.
Encarta: Swift, Jonathan - Encyclopedia article provides an introduction to the writer and his works.
Spectrum Biographies: Jonathan Swift - Detailed, but easy-to-read biography written especially for students.
Hertford College: Jonathan Swift - Comprehensive biography and portrait.
LitKicks: Walt Whitman - Biographical sketch tells how Whitman rose to fame.
Walt Whitman: All American Writer - Student-written biography includes photographs of the poet and a sample of his writing.
The Poetry of Walt Whitman - Biographical article focuses on the qualities that set Whitman's work apart.
Encarta: Whitman, Walt - Encyclopedia article provides an overview of Whitman's life and work.
I Hear America Singing: Walt Whitman - An illustrated history of the poet's life complete with biography, timeline, selected works, and video clips. From PBS.
Poetry Exhibitis: Walt Whitman - Detailed biography, selection of poems, and portrait from the Academy of American Poets.
The Walt Whitman Hypertext Archive - Includes detailed biographical essay, online texts, letters, and contemporary reviews of Whitman's works.
Addison Wesley Longman Poetry Authors: Walt Whitman - Introduces the man and his writings. Provides an overview of his early years, his literary career, and his legacy.
Fyodor Dostoevsky: High Spirit, Low Spirit - Short overview of the writer's life, along with a look at his years in prison. Includes a list of works.
Bibliomania: - Short biographical sketch along with searchable texts of "Crime and Punishment" and "The Brothers Karamazov."
Christiaan Stange's Dostoevsky Research Station - Includes biography, texts, literary criticism, philosophy, and discussion.
The Academy of American Poets: Jack Prelutsky - Includes a short profile, photograph, and selected poems.
Teachers@Random: Jack Prelutsky - Tells of the college drop-out's transition from cab driver to published poet.
Jack Prelutsky: Man of Many Talents - Article provides a detailed introduction to the talent behind more than three dozen children's books.
Jack Prelutsky: Poet for Kids - The author tells about his own life and writing in this interview with Time for Kids.
Scholastic Author Studies: Jack Prelutsky's Biography - The poet tells the story of his own life.
Gene Stratton-Porter's Limberlost Swamp, Her Home and Life - Pictures of Porter and her home, as well as brief profile.
Lesson Tutor: Introducing Gene Stratton Porter - A short summary of Porter's life along with a related writing activity.
Books and Writers: Gene Stratton-Porter - Scholarly look at Porter's life and work.
Gene Stratton-Porter - Short biography and photograph from the Indiana historical society.
Gene Stratton Porter - Short report on the writer's life; written by an elementary school student.
Gene Stratton-Porter Historic Site - Pictures and background information from the Indiana State Museum.
Time for Kids: R.L. Stine - Terrifying tale-teller reveals what inspired him to write and offers tips for aspiring authors.
Kidsreads.com: R. L. Stine - Features a profile of the writer, reviews of his works, and an interview.
Who is R.L. Stine? - Short biography from Scholastic's Goosebumps high bandwidth web site.
Authors Online Biography: R.L. Stine - The author tells the story of his own life and answers questions from young people.
The Official Jean Craighead George Website - Opens with a biography of the writer and naturalist. Also includes Craighead's answers to questions about her career as a writer.
Educational Paperback Association: Jean Craighead George - Detailed account of the author's life in her own words. Also includes list of works.
Kidsreads.com: Jean Craighead George - The writer answers common questions about her life and career.
HarperCollins: About the Author - Short introduction to the woman who created Julie of the Wolves.
Author Profile: Jean Craighead George - Biographical sketh and detailed interview from Teenreads.com.
Authors Online: Jean Craighead George - Short profile and the writer's answers to questions about her life.
Words and Tolkien: The Hobbit Hole - Summary of books, author biography, games, word meanings, guest book, and information directory.
ClassicNotes: The Fellowship of the Ring - Full summary and analysis. Includes a biography, quiz, and background information.
Microchip Co-inventor Learned Basics in Iowa - An article about Robert Noyce, co-inventor, with Jack Kilby, of the integrated circuit.
The Invention Dimension: Inventor of the Week Archives - Browsable and searchable collection of short, yet scholarly biographies geared toward students.
Inventors Online Museum: Sambo Jackson - Short article introduces the African-American confectioner who invented ice cream.
Inventions by African (Black) Americans - Inventors, their inventions, date, and patent numbers, for the time period of 1871-1960.
Historical Inventors: A To Z - Resource to research famous inventors, including timelines and sections on women, African American, Native American, Chinese and Hispanic groups.
Fudge and the Funnies on Elias Howe - Detailed biography of Elias Howe, inventor of the first practical sewing machine.
Elias Howe - Credited with inventing the first practical sewing machine. This biography is from Scientific American Online.
Partial List of African American Inventors - From an unknown source, a list of African Americans, their inventions and their patent dates.
Blacks in Technology, Past and Present - Profiles of seven African American inventors.
African American Inventors - Links to biographies of nine black inventors.
19th Century African-American Inventors - Short articles on black inventors from Suite101.com.
African-American Inventors - Student-friendly articles and photos of famous black inventors and scientists.
Great and Famous Inventors - Elementary school students introduce some of the men and women whose creations changed the 20th century.
Walter Hunt: Inventor of the Safety Pin - Read about Walter Hunt who invented lots of things, including the safety pin.
Innovative Lives - Short profiles of men and women who are changing life today. From the Smithsonian.
The Magnificent Safety Pin - Walter Hunt is credited with inventing this, at least in modern times.
Encarta: African American Inventors - Highlights a few of the remarkable African American men and women who changed the way people live their lives.
National Inventors Hall of Fame - Celebrates inventors, and has indexes of inventors with brief biographies, and an index of inventions so you can find out who is credited with which invention.
Alexander Graham Bell - A brief biography of the inventor of the telephone, the telegraph, and nearly 30 other inventions.
Who Was Alexander Graham Bell? - He taught the deaf and invented my things that changed human communication, like the telephone, the telegraph, and phonograph.
Alexander Graham Bell the Inventor - Read how he grew up and what he invented.
The Story of Alexander Graham Bell - The report of a fifth grade class about the inventor of the telephone.
More About Bell - About the life of the man who invented the telephone, and lived from 1847 until 1922.
Edison's Miracle of LIght - Timeline and gallery and other resources about the life of Thomas Edison.
Edison After Forty - A Smithsonian photo-album providing a look into the latter half of the life of inventor Thomas Edison.
Thomas Alva Edison - Detailed biography from the Britannica.
Thomas Alva Edison - Biography from Spectrum Home and School Magazine.
Thomas Edison - Thomas Alva Edison invented thousands of things including the first light bulb.
Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931) - Biography, honors, achievements of the man who invented the light bulb and held many other patents.
Edison's Timeline of Invention - Timeline lists some of Edison's most significant inventions.
Science Hero: Thomas Alva Edison - A student-friendly biography of the man who holds the record for number of patents filed.
Biography.com: Thomas Edison - Detailed overview of Edison's life and accomplishments.
Edison National Historic Site - Learn about Edison's life, see photographs of his family, take a virtual tour of his home.
SHUM Central: Thomas Alva Edison - Detailed report written in outline format tells the story of one of the greatest inventors of all time.
The Wizard of Photography - The story of George Eastman and how he transformed photography.
George Eastman - Brief biography of the inventor of the handheld camera and dry photographic film.
George Eastman - Invented dry rolled film and a handheld camera, as well as other photographic processes.
George Eastman, the Man - Biography of George Eastman who developed the handheld camera and various photographic processes.
Johannes Gutenberg and The Printed Book - Discusses Gutenberg and also mentions other printed books and when they were made.
Gutenberg, Johannes - Article from Encarta Encyclopedia provides a short overview of the inventor's life.
Johannes Gutenberg (1398-1468) - Biography and what his famous Bible looked like.
A Conversation with Dean Kamen - Inventor Dean Kamen discusses an annual robot competition, US FIRSR, he founded to encourage students to participate in science and technology.
Dean Kamen, Breakout Artist - Wire Magazine's profile of the multimillionaire entrepreneur who invented a robochair that climbs stairs and dozens of other inventions.
The Heinz Awards: Dean Kamen - 1998 profile of the inventor.
Howstuffworks "How IT Might Work" - About inventor Dean Kamen's mysterious new device called IT or Ginger.
The GINGER - News articles and chat about IT.
Transportation Vehicles and Methods (US5971091) - Patent application by Dean Kamen for the device thought to be Ginger, or IT.
What is 'IT'? - Biography of Dean Kamen, discussion board where you can share your ideas about IT, and the latest news and information about IT.
Idleworm - Spoof of Dean Kamen's new invention, IT.
Ginger Revealed at PixelSpill.com - Spoof of the IT invention by Dean Kamen.
Reinventing the Wheel - Reveals that Kamen's secret invention code-named Ginger is an electric scooter called the Segway. From TIME Magazine.
Kamen's 'IT' is a Scooter After All - Brief introduction to the device inventor Dean Kamen hopes to see revolutionize short-distance travel.
Segway Chat Discussion Forum - A place to discuss Kamen's life and his most recent invention, the Segway-HT. Includes press releases, news and related links.
Philo Farnsworth - A reproduction of a 1928 newspaper article about Farnsworth's invention, television.
Philo T. Farnsworth Story - Tells how an Idaho farmboy helped to create the future.
Philo Taylor Farnsworth: Television System - Tells about the inventor's life; information also available in RealAudio format.
The Farnsworth Chronicles - An eleven-part biography of the forgotten genius who invented electronic video.
Science Hero: Philo T. Farnsworth - A student-friendly biography of the man who invented the television.
Scientists and Thinkers: Philo Farnsworth - Article tells the story of the electrical engineer who began developing the television tube when he was just 14 years old. Includes photographs and timeline. From Time Magazine.
Philo Farnsworth: The Mormon Who Invented TV - Tells how a 20-year-old college dropout succeeded in creating the first electronic television.
Inventor of the Week: Philo T. Farnsworth - Relates the story of the man who invented the first all-electronic television and hundreds of other devices.
Scientists and Thinkers: Wilbur and Orville Wright - Article tells about the brothers and self-taught engineers who invented the first working airplane. Includes timeline and photographs. From Time Magazine.
How We Made the First Flight - The story of the historic flight as told by Orville Wright. Includes photographs.
The Wright Brothers - Photo-rich biography follows the brothers from their childhood years on. Includes timeline.
A Science Odyssey: Wilbur and Orville Wright - Short biography and photograph from PBS.
Orville Wright - Sketches and brief history; information also available in RealAudio format.
Orville Wright: American Co-Inventor of the First Successful Airplane - Short sketch tells about the younger of the two inventors.
Wilbur Wright: American Co-Inventor of the First Successful Airplane - Profile tells the story of the older of the two inventors.
The Wilbur and Orville Wright Story - A simple history of the brothers in printable coloring book format.
The American Experience: The Wright Stuff - Presents the story of the pioneers of manned flight. Includes QuickTime movie and RealAudio interviews. From PBS.
Profile of Wilbur and Orville Wright - Tells how two brothers made history with a 12-second flight above the beaches of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.
Wilbur and Orville Wright - Scholarly biography written for young readers. Includes photograph of the first flight and related links.
Orville and Wilbur Wright - Recounts the story of the December 17, 1903, maiden voyage.
Wright Brothers - Student project explains how childhood experiments provided a foundation for the brothers' future invention.
The Wright Brothers: 1899-1903 - A detailed history of the events and experiments that led up to the first successful flight. Written for students.
December 17, 1903: The Day Man First Flew - A detailed account of the first flight. From the State Library of North Carolina.
The Wright Story - Tells the story of the two brothers who changed the way people looked at the world. Also provides a history of their airplane business. Includes numerous photographs.
Encarta: Braille, Louis - Short biographical sketch with links to related articles.
Louis Braille - Blinded early in life, this French man went on to invent a way for the blind to read.
The Story of Louis Braille - About the French man who invented a way for the blind to read.
Louis Braille and the Braille System - Tells the story of Braille's life and describes the system of writing he invented.
Who was Guglielmo Marconi? - Short biography tells how the waves Marconi was able to produce and detect laid the foundation for modern radio.
Encarta: Marconi, Guglielmo - Provides a short biography and portrait.
Biography of G. Marconi - Biography focuses on the work leading up to the Nobel Prize in Physics with Marconi received in 1909.
A Science Odyssey: Guglielmo Marconi - Features short biography, photograph, and two related experiments to try at home. From PBS.
Guglielmo Marconi: Transmitting Electrical Signals - Short biography and sketch; information also available in RealAudio format.
Encarta: Watt, James - Encyclopedia article provides an overview of the inventor's life and work.
James Watt - Online version of classic biography first published in 1925.
James Watt (1736-1819) - Short biography of the man who perfected the steam engine.
James Watt by Andrew Carnegie - Carnegie's book-length biography, first published in 1905.
James Watt - Short biography along with sketches of the Watt engine and steam governor. In English and Italian.
Spartacus: James Watt - Short encyclopedia article written for students.
Inventor James Watt - Fascinating facts about the man who improved the steam engine.
Encarta: Goddard, Robert Hutchings - Article provides a short introduction to the engineer's life and work.
Robert Goddard and His Rockets - Short illustrated biography includes information about Goddard's role in creating the modern liquid-fueled rocket.
Dr. Robert H. Goddard - Brief description of why Dr. Goddard is considered the father of modern rocketry.
Robert H. Goddard (1882-1945) - Brief biography of the man who invented modern rocketry.
Robert Hutchings Goddard - Pioneered modern rocketry.
Robert H. Goddard, American Rocket Pioneer - The inventor of the first rocket using liquid fuel.
About Garrett A. Morgan - Biographical sketch presented by the United States Department of Transportation.
Inventor of the Week: Garrett A. Morgan - Tells how Morgan created a gas mask to save the lives of firefighters.
Garrett Morgan - Printable coloring page with short profile. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Black Inventor: Garrett Morgan - Tells how the sewing machine repairman solved major safety problems of his day.
Kentucky Tales: Garrett Morgan - Explores how a man with only six years of formal education became known as a genius inventor.
Transportation Link: Garrett Morgan - Short biography focuses on the invention of the traffic light.
Engines of our Ingenuity: Garrett Morgan - Describes the struggles Morgan, himself the son of a slave, faced as he worked to meet human needs. Also available in RealAudio format.
The Inventions of Garrett Morgan - Virtual exhibit portrays Morgan's life, his most important inventions, the act of heroism that brought him national recognition, and his work to improve civil rights.
Eureka! Garrett Morgan - A fifth-grader tells how Morgan and his brother used the gas mask Morgan himself had invented to rescue victims trapped when a tunnel 250 feet below Lake Erie exploded.
Charles Babbage - A detailed look at Babbage's life and contributions to math and science.
SJSU Virtual Museum - Photograph and short biography.
Eli Whitney - Short biography focuses on the inventor's family life.
He Can Make Anything - Illustrated biography from the Eli Whitney Museum tells how the cotton gin changed the face of the north.
Encarta: Whitney, Eli - Article provides a brief overview of Whitney's life and accomplishments.
The Invention Dimension: Eli Whitney - Biography explores how Whitney's best-known invention transformed the economies of the antebellum North and South.
Eli Whitney: Cotton Gin - Short profile and sketch.
Inventors Online Museum Pesents Eli Whitney - Short article identifies the factors that led Whitney to design the cotton gin.
Inventor of the Week: Benjamin Banneker - Tells how Banneker designed an irrigation system that helped save Colonial troops from starvation during the Revolutionary War.
Benjamin Banneker's Life - Short biography along with a puzzle Banneker created.
Stamp on Black History: Benjamin Banneker - Detailed biography written by students for students.
Inventors Online Museum: Benjamin Banneker - Tells how the son of two freed slaves became known as the "first African-American inventor."
Maryland's African American Heritage: Benjamin Banneker - Tells the story of the man who carved America's first functional clock.
Mathematicians of the African Diaspora: Benjamin Banneker - Features a detailed biography as well as excerpts from a letter Banneker wrote to Thomas Jefferson.
Benjamin Banneker: Mathematician, Astronomer - Includes a short biography, sketch, and excerpts from a letter Thomas Jefferson wrote to Banneker after reading his almanac.
African-American History: Benjamin Banneker - Brief biography and list of facts.
Benjamin Banneker - Brief student-friendly article.
Benjamin Banneker: An American Pioneer - A detailed look at the self-taught man and the contributions he made to astronomy, science, and math. From About.com.
Kulture Kidz: Benjamin Banneker - Short biography and sketch.
Elijah McCoy - Tells how McCoy created a lubricating device that sold throughout the world.
Elijah McCoy - Short biography along with related links. From About.com.
Invention Dimension: Elijah McCoy - Tells the story of the man behind the phrase "the real McCoy."
Elijah McCoy: Inventor and Engineer - Short biography and sketch.
Elijah McCoy - Short biography highlights McCoy's most popular invention.
BlackInventor.com: Elijah McCoy - Biography focuses on the labor-saving devices McCoy invented.
African-American Inventors and Inventions: Elijah McCoy - Tells how McCoy's automatic oiling device led to the phrase "the real McCoy."
Inventors Online Museum: Elijah McCoy - Article tells how the son of two runaway slaves transformed the world of machinery.
Elijah McCoy: Inventor and Engineer - Brief biography explains the importance of McCoy's inventions.
Elijah McCoy: American Inventor - Simple biography for young children.
Infoplease.com: Elijah McCoy - Encyclopedia article provides basic biographical information.
The First Patent of Elijah McCoy - Features a biography, portrait, and sketch of the first lubricating device McCoy patented.
Kulture Kids: Elijah McCoy - Short biography and sketch.
Afrocentric Homeschoolers Association: Elijah McCoy - Printable coloring page identifes McCoy's most important inventions.
Mangas Coloradas, Cochise and Geronimo - The lives and times of the Apache chiefs, Cochise, Geronimo and Mangas Coloradas.
The Pursuit and Capture of Chief Joseph - First person account of the surrender of Chief Joseph.
Chief Joseph - Biography of the great Nez Perce chief, also known as Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt.
Chief Joseph - Biography of In-mut-too-yah-lat-lat, a chief of the Nez Pierce Indians.
A Warrior in Two Worlds - Biography of Ely Parker, a Seneca chief, a legal scholar, an engineer, a Civil War hero, and a Cabinet-level commissioner.
Ely Samuel Parker - Read about this Seneca Indian who learned both Indian ways and the white man's culture.
Ely Samuel Parker - Biography of the brilliant and multi-talented Seneca Indian.
Ishi, A Real-Life Last Of The Mohicans - Biography of the man credited as being the very last of his tribe, the Yahi.
Was Ishi the last of the Yahi? - University of California 1996 news release that suggests that Ishi's life story was more complicated than originally believed.
Mary Jemison - Biography of the white child adopted into the Seneca tribe.
Mary Jemison, Captivity Narrative from the 1750s - One chapter from her autobiography describing part of her experiences being abducted.
Jemison, Mary - Britannica Online's biography of the captive.
Mary Jemison - Read about Mary Jemison, the white woman who was captured by the Indians and lived with them. Includes pictures of her grave and where she spent the last years of her life.
Mary Jemison - Brief biography of the white girl who was captured by the Shawnee and adopted by the Seneca Indians.
Four Faces of Pocahontas - Four different paintings of Pocahontas and a biography.
The Real Pocahontas - Biography by a descendant of Pocahontas.
Pocahontas Chronology - Time line of what happened when in the Pocahontas story.