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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
Becoming Muhammad Ali
Discover how a stolen bike led a young Cassius Clay to become Muhammad Ali.
320 pages· 20,312 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,095 ratings
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Books About Biographies · 54 titles considered
The Best Biographies Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about biographies? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Biographies
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
She Persisted Around the World
Discover thirteen women who defied the odds and changed the world.
32 pages· 1,707 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,735 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010
Of Thee I Sing
By Barack Obama, Loren Long (Illustrator)
A heartfelt tribute to American heroes and the dreams within us all.
40 pages· 912 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 7,713 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2017
The American Revolution
Uncover daring acts and secret missions in the American Revolution's thrilling history.
336 pages· 54,032 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 414 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017
Little Leaders
By Vashti Harrison · Book #1 in the Leaders & Dreamers series
The lives of bold African American women from history are highlighted.
88 pages· 12,331 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.6/5 Goodreads · 4,262 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Who Was Ruth Bader Ginsburg?
By Patricia Brennan Brennan Demuth, Who HQ Who HQ, Jake Murray (Illustrator) · Who Was . . . ? series
Discover the legacy of a justice who reshaped gender equality.
112 pages· 7,695 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,447 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
Young, Gifted and Black
By Jamia Wilson, Andrea Pippins (Illustrator)
Discover 52 icons who changed the world and inspire future generations to dream big.
64 pages· 10,023 words· Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 479 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012
Who Was Babe Ruth?
A biography of Babe Ruth, the legendary baseball player
112 pages· 7,643 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,398 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Shaking Things Up
By Susan Hood, Sophie Blackall (Illustrator), Emily Winfield Martin (Illustrator), Shadra Strickland (Illustrator), Melissa Sweet (Illustrator), LeUyen Pham (Illustrator), Oge Mora (Illustrator), Julie Morstad (Illustrator), Lisa Brown (Illustrator), Selina Alko (Illustrator), Hadley Hooper (Illustrator), Isabel Roxas (Illustrator), Erin Robinson (Illustrator), Sara Palacios (Illustrator)
Discover young women who defied norms and changed history through poetry and art.
40 pages· 2,746 words· Est. 22 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 894 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021
The Titanic
Uncover the real story behind the Titanic's tragic sinking.
224 pages· 15,914 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 706 ratings
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Biographies Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about biographies for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Stevie Wonder
Ages 4–7 · 2021
Discover the journey of a musical prodigy who changed the world with his voice and vision.
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Coco Chanel
Ages 4–8 · 2016
Orphaned girl rises to become a legendary fashion icon.
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$1999
When the Beat Was Born
Ages 6–10 · 2013
Discover how DJ Kool Herc's beats transformed music and culture forever.
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$1799
Scientist, Scientist, Who Do You See?
Ages 4–8 · 2018
A series of rhyming couplets about famous scientists.
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Sisters
Ages 3–8 · 2019
Two sisters rise from Compton courts to tennis greatness.
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$1795
B is for Baller
Ages 3–5 · 2018
Discover basketball legends through an engaging alphabet journey.
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Looking at Lincoln
Ages 5–8 · 2012
Discover the real Lincoln through a child's eyes, from log cabin to legacy.
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I am Muhammad Ali
Ages 5–9 · 2022
Discover the legendary boxer who defied the odds and inspired a generation.
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Meet LeBron James
Ages 9–11 · 2007
A young basketball prodigy rises to NBA stardom and Olympic glory.
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Tom Brady
Ages 9–14 · 2024
A backup turned legend, Tom Brady's journey to seven Super Bowl wins defies the odds.
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$3065
Meet Patrick Mahomes
Ages 8–12 · 2022
Discover the journey of a football star from victory to record-breaking success.
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$2932
LeBron James
Ages 7–11 · 2021
Uncover LeBron James's secrets to success on and off the court.
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Biographies Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about biographies for developing and independent readers.
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$999
Cristiano Ronaldo
Ages 8–12 · 2014
From Madeira's streets to soccer stardom, witness a legend's rise.
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$699
Michael Jordan
Ages 8–12 · 2008
Explore the legendary journey of a basketball icon from childhood to stardom.
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$1499
Harriet Tubman
Ages 6–9 · 2021
Harriet Tubman defies slavery, leading others to freedom on the Underground Railroad.
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$699
Who Is Derek Jeter?
Ages 8–11 · 2015
A biography of Derek Jeter's life and baseball career
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$599
Who Is Michael Jordan?
Ages 8–12 · 2019
A biography of Michael Jordan, the famous basketball player, from his childhood to his retirement and beyond
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$599
Who Was Kobe Bryant?
Ages 8–12 · 2020
The life of a basketball legend from his childhood to his retirement and untimely death.
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$699
¿Quién fue Roberto Clemente?
Ages 8–12 · 2014
From Puerto Rico to baseball legend, discover Clemente's groundbreaking journey.
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$699
Who Is Wayne Gretzky?
Ages 8–11 · 2015
A biography of Wayne Gretzky, the famous hockey player, from his childhood to his retirement and beyond
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$699
Who Was Seabiscuit?
Ages 8–11 · 2015
A scrappy racehorse defies odds to become a national hero during the Great Depression.
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$699
Who Is Pope Francis?
Ages 8–11 · 2017
Discover the transformative journey of a humble leader reshaping the church.
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$599
Who Was Harry Houdini?
Ages 8–11 · 2002
A biography about Harry Houdini, a famous magician and escape artist.
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$899
Duke Ellington
Ages 6–9 · 1998
Discover the groundbreaking journey of jazz legend Duke Ellington.