#(Auto)biography/Memoir

Alive in the Killing Fields: Surviving the Khmer Rouge Genocide

Author: Martha E. Kendall Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Nawuth Keat , a man who survived the horrors of war-torn Cambodia, has broken a long silence in the hope that telling the truth about what happened to his people and his country will spare future generations from similar tragedy. In his captivating memoir, young Nawuth defies the odds and survives the invasion of his homeland by the Khmer Rouge. But under the brutal reign of the dictator Pol Pot, he loses his parents, sister, and other members of his family. Nawuth and his remaining relatives are eventually captured and enslaved by Khmer Rouge fighters. They endure physical abuse, hunger, and inhumane living conditions. But through it all, their sense of family holds them together, giving them the strength to persevere through a time when any assertion of identity is punishable by death. This story provides a timeless lesson in the value of human dignity and freedom for readers of all ages. Read more

Breakaway: Beyond the Goal

Author: Alex Morgan Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Get inspired to be your best—in sports and in life—with this uplifting memoir from star soccer player and Olympic gold medalist Alex Morgan that includes eight pages of full-color photos as well as book jacket that doubles as a poster! As a talented and successful female athlete, Alex Morgan is a role model to thousands of girls who want to be their best, not just in soccer, but in other sports and in life. The story of her path to success, from playing in the 2011 Women’s World Cup, to winning gold in the 2012 London Olympics, to ranking as one of the National Team’s top scorers, will inspire everyone who reads it. From her beginnings with the American Youth Soccer Organization to her key role in the 2015 Women’s World Cup, Alex shares the details that made her who she is today: a fantastic role model and athlete who proudly rocks a pink headband. Read more

Facing the Lion: Growing Up Maasai on the African Savanna

Author: Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton is a Maasai tribesman of Kenya. In this fascinating autobiography, he shares stories about growing up in his nomadic tribe-from licking sweat off cows' noses to survive a drought, to facing down a lion at age 14, to playing soccer for the president of Kenya. The only member of his family to receive a formal education, Joseph sometimes lived as much as 40 miles away from school. While at school, he learned about Western culture and traditions. A member of two very different communities, Joseph struggled with what he was taught and what he already knew. But eventually, he learned to balance two worlds. Hailed by Children's Literature as a "superb book for any age," Facing the Lion is a riveting tale of one man who took his destiny in his own hands and became an extraordinary citizen of the world. "An intriguing portrait of a remarkable life and a culture little known to most American readers."-Publishers Weekly "What gives this short, readable book its power is Lekuton's authoritative, intimate view of now and then."-Booklist Read more

How the Boogeyman Became a Poet

Author: Tony Keith; Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Poet, writer, and hip-hop educator Tony Keith Jr. makes his debut with a powerful YA memoir in verse, tracing his journey from being a closeted gay Black teen battling poverty, racism, and homophobia to becoming an openly gay first-generation college student who finds freedom in poetry. Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Acevedo, George M. Johnson, and Jacqueline Woodson. Tony dreams about life after high school, where his poetic voice can find freedom on the stage and page. But the Boogeyman has been following Tony since he was six years old. First, the Boogeyman was after his Blackness, but Tony has learned It knows more than that: Tony wants to be the first in his family to attend college, but there's no path to follow. He also has feelings for boys, desires that don't align with the script he thinks is set for him and his girlfriend, Blu. Despite a supportive network of family and friends, Tony doesn't breathe a word to anyone about his feelings. As he grapples with his sexuality and moves from high school to college, he struggles with loneliness while finding solace in gay chat rooms and writing poetry. But how do you find your poetic voice when you are hiding the most important parts of yourself? And how do you escape the Boogeyman when it's lurking inside you? Read more

It's Her Story - Marie Curie - A Graphic Novel

Author: Kaara Kallen Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir Illustrator: Rosie Baker

A graphic novel for children ages 6 to 9. Marie Curie was the brilliant, trailblazing scientist who discovered radium and coined the term radioactivity. She is the only woman ever awarded two Nobel Prizes--one in physics and one in chemistry. She helped develop the use of X-rays and radiation therapies that have had a lasting impact on medicine and human health. This is her story. This book is special because: Its artfully illustrated style bridges the gap between picture books and graphic novels This book is part of an expandable series featuring amazing, inspirational women Read more

Lost & Found: Based on a True Story

Author: Mei Yu Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

"This bright and bubbly early reader graphic novel, based on debut creator Yu’s own immigration story, validates the sometimes overwhelming nature of learning an unfamiliar language as a child in a new country." — Publishers Weekly Being the new kid in school is scary enough. But imagine what it would be like if you were the new kid in a new school, in a new country. That’s exactly the situation Mei Yu finds herself in when her family moves from China to Canada. As she navigates her new school, she discovers a unique way to learn English and makes a new friend along the way in this heartwarming story based on the author's own experiences. Read more

Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War (National Book Award Finalist)

Author: Steve Sheinkin Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War is New York Times bestselling author Steve Sheinkin's award-winning nonfiction account of an ordinary man who wielded the most dangerous weapon: the truth. “Easily the best study of the Vietnam War available for teen readers.”― Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award winner A National Book Award finalist A Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Blue Ribbon book A Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Young Adult Literature finalist Selected for the Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People List In 1964, Daniel Ellsberg was a U.S. government analyst, helping to plan a war in Vietnam. It was the height of the Cold War, and the government would do anything to stop the spread of communism―with or without the consent of the American people. As the fighting in Vietnam escalated, Ellsberg turned against the war. He had access a top-secret government report known as the Pentagon Papers, and he knew it could blow the lid off of years of government lies. But did he have the right to expose decades of presidential secrets? And what would happen to him if he did it? A lively book that interrogates the meanings of patriotism, freedom, and integrity, the National Book Award finalist Most Dangerous further establishes Steve Sheinkin―author of Newbery Honor book Bomb as a leader in children's nonfiction. This thoroughly-researched and documented book can be worked into multiple aspects of the common core curriculum. “Gripping.”― New York Times Book Review “A master of fast-paced histories...[this] is Sheinkin’s most compelling one yet. ”― Washington Post Also by Steve Sheinkin: Bomb: The Race to Build―and Steal―the World's Most Dangerous Weapon The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism & Treachery Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team The Port Chicago 50: Disaster, Mutiny, and the Fight for Civil Rights Which Way to the Wild West?: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About Westward Expansion King George: What Was His Problem?: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About the American Revolution Two Miserable Presidents: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About the Civil War Born to Fly: The First Women's Air Race Across America Read more

Ordinary People Change the World: I am Jim Henson

Author: Brad Meltzer Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir Illustrator: Christopher Eliopoulos

Key Features Description These accessible, illustrated comic-book-style biographies feature characters from history as children themselves, as they recount the major events in their lives. These accessible, illustrated comic-book-style biographies feature characters from history as children themselves, as they recount the major events in their lives. Standards RI.2.6. Identify the main purpose of a text, including what the author wants to answer, explain, or describe. RI.2.6. Identify the main purpose of a text, including what the author wants to answer, explain, or describe. Product Details Item #: NTS832022 ISBN13: 9781338320220 Format: Paperback Book Pages: 40 Grades: 2 - 3 Lexile® Measure: 630L Guided Reading Level: GR Level O DRA Level: 34 - 38 ACR Level: 3.4 Ordinary People Change the World: I am Jim Henson Paperback Book 4.46 Out Of Stock Out Of Stock Email me when back in stock Top {{#if inStock}} {{#if isSubscribe}} {{button.label}} {{else}} {{button.label}} {{/if}} {{/if}} {{#if isOutofStock}} {{oosMessage}} {{#if isTSO}} Email me when back in stock {{/if}} {{/if}} {{#if isLearnMore}} {{#if learnMoreUrl}} {{button.label}} {{/if}} {{#if learnMorePhone}} Contact Us{{learnMoreNumber}} {{/if}} {{/if}} x {{query}} in All ({{match.model.model}}) {{query}} in {{facet.myHashMap.value | facetValue}} ({{facet.myHashMap.count}}) What can we help you find? Search PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF USE TM ® & © 2021 Scholastic Inc. All Rights Reserved. if(_satellite) {_satellite.pageBottom();} commonUtil.enableMouseflow(); Key Features Item #: NTS832022 ISBN13: 9781338320220 Format: Paperback Book Pages: 40 Grades: 2 - 3 Lexile® Measure: 630L Guided Reading Level: GR Level O DRA Level: 34 - 38 ACR Level: 3.4 Read more

Stephen Curry: The Official Graphic Novel (Stephen Curry Sports Superheroes)

Author: Josh Bycel Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir Illustrator: Damion Scott

A thrilling graphic novel about Stephen Curry's underdog story and meteoric rise to becoming one of the greatest basketball players of all time! Stephen Curry is considered one of the—if not the—greatest shooters of all time. But his road to greatness was filled with plenty of bumps and obstacles. Coaches and players always told him he was too small and too short to be truly great. Even when Curry declared his eligibility for the NBA, a scouting report noted that he “lacks great height, length or strength, and possesses below average lateral quickness…making him a potential defensive liability.” Proving all of his doubters wrong, today Stephen Curry is a four-time NBA Champion, two-time league MVP, and Finals MVP winner. The first official graphic novel in the Stephen Curry Presents: Sports Superheroes line—brought to life by illustrator Damion Scott's vibrant and dynamic art! Read more

The Kid: What Happened After My Boyfriend and I Decided to Go Get Pregnant

Author: Dan Savage Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Dan Savage's nationally syndicated sex advice column, "Savage Love", enrages and excites more than four million people each week. In The Kid, Savage tells a no-holds-barred, high-energy story of an ordinary American couple who wants to have a baby. Except that in this case the couple happens to be Dan and his boyfriend. That fact, in the face of a society enormously uneasy with gay adoption, makes for an edgy, entertaining, and illuminating read. When Dan and his boyfriend are finally presented with an infant badly in need of parenting, they find themselves caught up in a drama that extends well beyond the confines of their immediate world. A story about confronting homophobia, falling in love, getting older, and getting a little bit smarter, The Kid is a book about the very human desire to have a family. Read more

The Westcoast Kid

Author: Travis D. Waters Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

After experiencing a tumultuous early childhood, young Travis turned all his energy to the only thing he knew he could count on—sports. After excelling in high school basketball and becoming his school's first great player, however, his life took a fateful and tragic turn. In his compelling memoir, The Westcoast Kid , Waters chronicles the events that led up to his decision to embark on a different path in life—away from college and into the dangerous world of drug smuggling for Pablo Esobar's cartel. As he became immersed in the lure of fast money and beautiful women, his life began spiraling downhill; eventually, he was arrested and convicted of drug charges, forcing him to enter the turbulent prison system. While detailing how life behind the prison walls became a struggle to survive when they found out his high school rival was NFL star Deion Sanders, he also shares how he found the determination to rebuild his life once he was released. Waters tells the inspiring story of his struggle to find his place in life hoping to encourage young adults to shun bad choices, opt for the right path, and follow their dreams. Read more

What Jewish Looks Like

Author: Liz Kleinrock Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir Illustrator: Iris Gottlieb

Compiled by educator and author Liz Kleinrock and author Caroline Kusin Pritchard, this powerful intersectional anthology celebrates thirty-six Jewish heroes—from Tracee Ellis Ross and Victor "Young" Perez to Doña Gracia Nasi . A first-ever collection that disrupts the narrative of how a Jewish person is perceived, What Jewish Looks Like includes accessible primers on important Jewish history, a map, quotes, and much more! Too many Jews have been told: "You don't look Jewish!" It begs the question, "What does Jewish look like?" Well, there are over fifteen million Jews in the world, which means there are more than fifteen million ways to look and be Jewish. It can look like setting out menorahs on tribal land, adding kimchi to the seder plate, organizing for change, and living out loud. Shining a light on Paralympians and chefs, anthropologists and activists, dancers and dreamers, the individuals in these pages represent a range of identities. But they are threaded together by one unmistakable truth: Their lives, work, and commitment to Jewish values have changed our world for the better. These bold profiles and inspiring everyday stories come together to create a tapestry that beautifully reflects the multifaceted essence of the Jewish people. Read more