Defining Moments

From an historic march on Washington, D.C. to a record-setting journey through outer space, Defining Moments introduces young readers to the world’s most memorable people. Told in a compelling narrative style, each book captures a defining moment or incident in each person’s life that propelled him or her to greatness. From Cesar Chavez fighting for the rights of farm workers, to Christopher Reeve rising above a crippling accident, to Rosa Parks refusing to move to the back of the bus, each featured biography is a story of conviction and leadership. Full-color photographs and timelines enhance the rich narrative texts.