Most Popular Books by Pat McKissack

Presents stories of remarkable men and women who have produced inventions that made major contributions to a wide range of fields.

Highlights the life of this great man, who went from being a slave to a teacher and an American icon.

An important figure for children to know about, Carter G. Woodson founded Negro History Week, later expanded to Black History Month, and educated people about the accomplishments and achievements of African Americans. This book is excellent for report-writing and research as well.

Examines the lives and achievements of African-American scientists from colonial days to the present, including Benjamin Banneker, George Washington Carver, and several black astronauts.

Founder of the newspaper, The Memphis Free Speech, and originator of the NAACP, Ida B. Wells-Barnett led a lifelong crusade against the lynching of African Americans.

Traces the history of baseball in the Negro Leagues and its great heroes, including Monte Irwin, Buck Leonard, and Cool Papa Bell.

Erased by Time In 1619 twenty Africans stepped foot on American soil. They came not as slaves, but as indentured servants. They knew if they could hold on and finish out their sentences, they would be free. They came with dreams of the future and a vision of life as good as any other person''s, black or white. Who were these people? How did they get here? What happened to them? Much of the information about them -- even their names -- has been lost. Stories about them are incomplete, and facts are blurred by centuries of neglect. But their stories are worth knowing and keeping and sharing, for they are a part of the American saga. This is their story.

Because she is the oldest, Carolyn assumes she is loved the best. But she has doubts when her mom spoils Carolyn''s little sister when she''s sick and posts her brother''s perfect math quiz on the fridge. Illustrations.

Tippy Lemmey, the neighborhood dog, is a nuisance and sworn enemy to the local children, but when Tippy gets in trouble, only Leanne, Paul, and Jeannie can help him.

Using simple text and photographs, this volume briefly examines the life and work of American poet Langston Hughes.

This book describes the historical account of the "Amistad" and the freeing of Africans who had been kidnapped in the 1830s.

After teasing his friends about their fears during a camping trip, Christopher discovers one of his own.

Recounts the life of the author and civil rights leader who blazed a trail for racial equality and human rights through his songs, poems, speeches, and other writings.

In this rich and unique collection, Tennessee history is made real in stories which children love to read or hear. Drawn from different historical periods and ethnic groups, four engaging tales capture major episodes in the lives of famous people in Tennessee''s history. Color illustrations.

Collects the true stories of brave African American rebels who fought against slavery, from Cinque, who pleaded his case before the Supreme Court, to Nat Turner, who led one of the greatest revolts in history.

Louis Armstrong was the father of the modern jazz trumpet style. He was also famous for his singing and playing of the song, Hello Dolly. Give your readers an unforgettable biography that is bound to become a favorite book.

Describes the life of one of baseball''s greatest pitchers, who was unable to play Major League baseball due to segregation for many years, after which he became the first black pitcher in the American League.

The adventures of a kind-hearted doctor, who is fond of animals and understands their language, as he travels to Africa with some of his favorite pets to cure the monkeys of a terrible sickness.