Easy-to approach mini biographies of 10 famous personalities from recent history provide inspiration for budding tweens in this colorful compilation. Images draw the reader in without seeming to elementary. Glossary at the end of the book helps explain new terms in simple language. Source notes and selected bibliography at the back of the book provide further reading for families. A great non-fiction addition to any child's personal library or reading list.

This is the perfect gift for a 10th birthday! It's always inspiring to see how people got started and what their early days were like.