Autobiography web series
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I have enjoyed sharing themed book lists for kids on my website over the last couple of years, but I have never made a list as long as this one.
Who knew there were so many different biography series for kids available? And I didn’t even list them all!
In this post, I have listed more than fifteen biography series for kids to choose from and enjoy. Of course, each series contains multiple books, so this list includes over two hundred biography books for kids (and adults).
So many choices!
I do have some caveats with this list that I’d like to mention before I share the book titles.
First, some books are categorized as biographies, but they don’t contain only facts about that person. I attended a picture book meeting with some other authors earlier this year, and we discussed how frustrating this can be. Sometimes, there may be just a small note in the beginning or at the end of the book that says something about the
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The world of television has seen numerous great biographies, with each show exploring the life of an extraordinary individual. The best biography shows not only focus on bringing to life the stories of prominent figures from history but also capture the essence of their personalities, beliefs, and ideologies. This genre offers a glimpse into real-life dramas that have shaped societies, inspired generations, and changed the course of history.
These stellar biography TV shows immerse viewers in spellbinding tales by showcasing characters, themes, and powerful narratives. From historical icons to contemporary influencers, these shows provide an insightful look at the challenges faced by these individuals while highlighting their unprecedented achievements. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, they deliver an intimate understanding of the forces that molded some of the greatest biographies ever told.
Among these outstanding biographical TV shows are critically acclaimed series such as John Adams, American Crime Story, and Anne Frank: The Whole Story. Each of th
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All of my children lean heavily toward fiction in their personal reading, but in the last year or so, my two older girls have developed an interest in biographies and our dinner conversations often sounds like a game show as they quiz us about famous people.
Whether you’re looking for biographies for a school project or because your child loves learning more about famous individuals, these biography books for kids are a perfect place to start.
The Best Biography Series for Kids
Ordinary People Change the World by Brad Meltzer, illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos
This wildly popular biography series is perfect for young readers. Each book is 40 pages long, has full-color illustrations and is bursting with interesting stories, quotes, and facts. Both of my older girls (8 and 11) love reading these solo, and my 6 year old loves for me to read them to her. They cover a wide range of people from politicians to athletes, movie stars to artists, historical figures to scientists. I think I love them as much as much as my girls do!
40 pages // 27 books in the series
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