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Scholastic Chapter Book Biography Books in Order | Wonderlit

Scholastic Chapter Book Biography

3 books · Ages 6–9 · Chapter Books

Scholastic Chapter Book Biography is a 3-book series for ages 6–9 by Peter Roop. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, A Teddy Bear for President Roosevelt and Let's Dream, Martin Luther King, Jr.! are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

Let's Fly, Wilbur and Orville!

Let's Fly, Wilbur and Orville!2003

A Teddy Bear for President Roosevelt

A Teddy Bear for President Roosevelt2002

Let's Dream, Martin Luther King, Jr.!

Let's Dream, Martin Luther King, Jr.!2004

What This Series Covers

Resilience & Perseverance History Creativity & Imagination Writing & Storytelling Celebrating Heritage Curiosity & Wonder

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