Just Being Audrey by Margaret Cardillo, illustrated by Julia Denos (Blazer+Bray, 2011)
A touching story of the acclaimed actress who grew up in Nazi-occupied Europe and found her greatest role in motherhood and serving others. Roman Holiday, Breakfast at Tiffany’s and other iconic films live on, as do Hepburn’s charitable endeavors.
The Official Site of Audrey Hepburn spotlights her life & career and her Children’s Fund.
Women of Hope: African Americans Who Made a Difference by Joyce Hansen (Scholastic, 1998)
A teacher, Clark fought for equality in civil rights movement. Injustices done to her with regards to her lost job were repaid.
Read about Clark on this site.
Shake, Rattle & Roll: The Founders of Rock & Roll by Holly George-Warren, illustrated by Laura Levine (Houghton Mifflin, 2001)
“The Hardest Working Man in Show Business” picked cotton, shined shoes, boxed, and played baseball before making it big.
NPR offers information about the man, the message and the soul.
Lives of Extraordinary Women: Rulers, Rebels (and What the Neighbors Thought) by Kathleen Krull, illustrated by Kathryn Hewitt (Harcourt, 2000)
One of the founders of the State of Israel as well as serving at its Prime Minister for five years, Meir made a remarkable contribution to Israel and the world.
The Jewish Virtual Library posts a bio of Meir on their site.
Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra by Andrea Davis Pinkney, illustrated by Brian Pinkney (Jump At The Sun, 1998)
This Caldecott Honor Medal winner hits just the right notes. The musical collaboration between Ellington and his band members is divine.
Duke Ellington-The Official Web Site hosts a biography, photos, fast facts, quotes and more.
