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Kids Nonfiction Series Spotlight: Ordinary People Change the World

A bestselling picture book biography series for children ages 5–9, each title tells the childhood story of a diverse historical figure. Presented in first-person present tense, the books highlight a defining virtue such as courage, determination, or compassion. Each book features a timeline of key events, archival photographs, comic-book-style illustrations, childhood moments, and engaging facts that shaped the hero’s life.

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  • I Am Teddy Roosevelt

    Meltzer, Brad,
    A lively introduction to Roosevelt’s childhood love of nature and his determination to overcome obstacles, showing how curiosity and courage helped shape a future president.
    Book, 2026New York, NY : Rocky Pond Books, [2026] — J B ROOSEVELT

  • We Are the Beatles

    Meltzer, Brad,
    A kid‑friendly look at how four ordinary boys with big dreams came together to create music that changed the world, highlighting teamwork, creativity, and perseverance.
    Book, 2025New York : Rocky Pond Books, 2025. — J B BEATLES

  • I Am Sally Ride

    Meltzer, Brad
    An inspiring story of Sally Ride’s childhood curiosity and passion for science, following her journey to become the first American woman in space and a champion for STEM learning.
    Book, 2025New York, New York : Rocky Pond Books, 2025. — J B RIDE

  • I Am Stephen Hawking

    Meltzer, Brad,
    A gentle portrayal of Hawking’s early fascination with the universe and his remarkable perseverance, celebrating his groundbreaking scientific contributions and love of discovery.
    Book, 2024New York : Rocky Pond Books, 2024. — J B HAWKING

  • I Am Jesse Owens

    Meltzer, Brad,
    This biography traces Owens’s early life and his determination to succeed despite obstacles, leading to his historic Olympic victories and lasting legacy of courage.
    Book, 2024New York : Rocky Pond Books, 2024. — J B OWENS

  • I Am Mister Rogers

    Meltzer, Brad,
    A warm tribute to Fred Rogers’s childhood empathy and creativity, showing how his kindness and dedication to helping others shaped one of television’s most beloved figures.
    Book, 2023New York : Rocky Pond Books, 2023. — J B ROGERS

  • I Am Temple Grandin

    Meltzer, Brad,
    A thoughtful look at Grandin’s childhood challenges and unique way of thinking, highlighting her advocacy for autism awareness and her innovative work in animal science
    Book, 2023New York : Rocky Pond Books, [2023] — J B GRANDIN

  • I Am John Lewis

    Meltzer, Brad,
    An accessible introduction to John Lewis’s early experiences with fairness and courage, illustrating how his commitment to nonviolence and justice made him a key leader in the Civil Rights Movement.
    Book, 2023New York : Rocky Pond Books, 2023. — J B LEWIS

  • I Am Malala Yousafzai

    Meltzer, Brad,
    A powerful introduction to Malala Yousafzai’s childhood love of learning and her brave stand for education, showing how her courage and voice helped inspire change around the world.
    Book, 2022New York : Dial Books for Young Readers, 2022. — J B YOUSAFZAI