BOOKS by Kathleen Krull

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1	Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became the World's Fastest Woman more books like this by Kathleen Krull, David Diaz (Illustrator) Wilma Rudolph had plenty of love and attention from her parents and her 21 brothers and sisters while she was growing up in the 1940s in Clarksville, Tennessee. When she contracted polio, the doctor said she would never walk again--but Wilma refused to believe him. Over the years, Wilma overcame incredible odds to become one of the world's finest ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.95! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Yuyi Morales (Illustrator) This is an introduction to the life of Cesar Chavez, the American civil rights leader who fought for the rights of migrant farm workers. The color illustrations were created with acrylic paints, handmade stamps, and computer-created cutouts. see all copies from $8.99! new only from $12.39! \| SVS
3	Lives of the Musicians: Good Times Bad Times more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Kathryn Hewitt (Illustrator) Profiles of such musicians as Vivaldi, Scott Joplin, Nadia Boulanger, and Woody Guthrie. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.94! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	Lives of the Writers: Comedies, Tragedies (and What the Neighbors Thought) more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Kathryn Hewitt (Illustrator) Here are inside views of twenty writers--people of all shapes, sizes, temperaments, and lifestyles, from various countries and historical periods. Included are William Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, Zora Neale Hurston, Isaac Bashevis Singer, and many others. "There's enough substance here for a quick report or to enliven a longer one. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	You Must Be Joking!: Lots of Cool Jokes, Plus 17 1/2 Tips for Remembering, Telling, and Making Up Your Own Jokes more books like this by Paul Brewer, Kathleen Krull (Foreword by) Children love to be funny and to swap cool jokes. All of the classic joke formats -- jump jokes, knock-knocks, riddles, visual puns, and many more -- are included and grouped by themes that reflect childrens's interests and lives including technology, monsters, aliens, families, school, and silly book, movie, and song titles. Each chapter ends ... see all copies from $7.55! new only from $10.49! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Lives of the Artists: Masterpieces, Messes (and What the Neighbors Thought) more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Kathryn Hewitt (Illustrator) Biographies of 20 well-known artists, featuring obscure facts and humorous trivia, such as what Leonardo da Vinci's favorite snack was, and who called Diego Rivera "Frog Face." see all copies from $3.86! new only from $3.86! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
7	V is for Victory: America Remembers World War II more books like this by Kathleen Krull An album of photos, posters, letters, and other memorabilia of World War II. The text discusses the events leading up to the war as well as life on the homefront, military service, the Holocaust, Pearl Harbor, and the lasting effects of the war. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
8	The Boy on Fairfield Street more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Steve Johnson (Illustrator), Lou Fancher (Illustrator) This biography of Dr. Seuss takes readers from his childhood up through his 22nd year, when he begins his remarkable career as a writer/illustrator. Original illustrations, as well as reproductions of Dr. Seuss's own works, accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.40! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Gonna Sing My Head Off! more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Allen Garns (Illustrator) A collection of 62 popular folk songs including "If I Had a Hammer" and "Yankee Doodle." This anthology includes complete lyrics, arrangements, and historical notes for all songs. see all copies from $4.21! first editions
10	Leonardo Da Vinci more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Boris Kulikov (Illustrator) With an eye towards the era in which he lived, this lively, well-narrated biography of Leonardo da Vinci focuses on his scientific studies, and how these were informed by his artistic training. Krull explores many aspects of Leonardo's life, from his fatherless childhood and its effect on his adult life, to his advances in anatomy and notebooks ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.25! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Lives of Extraordinary Women: Rulers, Rebels (and What the Neighbors Thought) more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Kathryn Hewitt (Illustrator) Turning the spotlight on women who have wielded power, this book reveals the feats and flaws of 20 of the most influential women in history, including queens, warriors, prime ministers, first ladies, and others. Full-color illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.73! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Lives of the Athletes: Thrills, Spills (and What the Neighbors Thought) more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Kathryn Hewitt (Illustrator), Strickland (Illustrator) A collection of little-known facts about athletes including Babe Ruth, Johnny Weissmuller, Babe Didrikson Zaharias, Jackie Robinson, Sonja Henie, and Bruce Lee. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.59! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Lives of the Presidents: Fame, Shame (and What the Neighbors Thought) more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Kathryn Hewitt (Illustrator) Focuses on the lives of presidents as parents, husbands, pet-owners, and neighbors while also including humorous anecdotes about hairstyles, attitudes, diets, fears, and sleep patterns. see all copies from $4.96! new only from $15.15! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	A Woman for President: The Story of Victoria Woodhull more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Jane Dyer (Illustrator) Victoria Woodhull (1838-1927) became a child preacher at the age of eight and escaped her abusive father via an ill-fated child marriage at 14. "She read palms, sewed clothes, acted, gave medical aid, and did whatever she could to survive and support her children." She advised Cornelius Vanderbilt and became a multimillionairess, the first woman ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Wish You Were Here more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Amy Schwartz (Illustrator) Readers accompany Emily and her grandmother as they spend the summer traveling across America visiting all 50 states. Along the way, they learn the history of each state, observe the customs brought to America from other countries, and recognize the contributions of Native Americans to the history of the U.S. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $25.00! \| first editions
16 view cover	A Pot O' Gold: A Treasury of Irish Stories, Poetry, Folklore, and (of Course) Blarney more books like this by David M McPhail (Illustrator), Kathleen Krull (Selected by) From legends to leprechauns and fairies to the classic poetry of Yeats and Joyce, this treasury celebrates all things Irish. Illustrations. see all copies from $2.94! new only from $5.18! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Isaac Newton more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Boris Kulikov (Illustrator) Obsessive, vindictive, and secretive, Issac Newton was also brilliant as he invented calculus and figured out the scientific explanation of gravity in 17th-century England, a time of plague, the Great Fire of London, and two revolutions. Illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.25! \| SVS
18 view cover	Maria Molina and the Days of the Dead more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Enrique O Sanchez (Illustrator) A young girl Mexican girl named Maria describes how she and her family prepare to celebrate the Day of the Dead--a Mexican holiday meant to honor deceased friends and relatives. Included is a recipe for the traditional "Dead Bread." Color paintings illustrate the story. see all copies from $45.00!
19 view cover	A Kids' Guide to America's Bill of Rights: Curfews, Censorship, and the 100-Pound Giant more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Anna DiVito (Illustrator) Examines the ten amendments to the United States Constitution that make up the Bill of Rights, explaining what the amendments mean, how they have been applied, and the rights they guarantee. see all copies from $2.06! new only from $8.79! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Fartiste more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Paul Brewer, Boris Kulikov (Illustrator) Inspired by the true story of Joseph Pujol, a 19th-century fartiste who became the toast of the Moulin Rogue in Paris, this picture book introduces young readers to an unusual art form. Full color. see all copies from $6.80! new only from $7.48! \| SVS
21 view cover	I Hear America Singing!: Folksongs for American Families with CD more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Allen Garns (Illustrator) Originally published as "Gonna Sing My Head Off," this colorful songbook is reissued with an accompanying 23-song CD. Features lyrics from such beloved American songs as "On Top of Old Smoky" and "This Land Is Your Land." see all copies from $12.82! new only from $13.90! \| SVS
22 view cover	Hillary Rodham Clinton: Dreams Taking Flight more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Amy June Bates (Illustrator) This very first picture book about Senator Hillary Clinton chronicles her life from her childhood in Chicago to serving as the nation's First Lady to her own campaign for President of the United States. Full color. see all copies from $8.50! new only from $9.92! \| SVS
23 view cover	Supermarket more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Melanie Hope Greenberg (Illustrator) Explains modern supermarkets and how they work, discussing how they organize, display, and keep track of the items they sell. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.05! \| signed copies \| SVS
24 view cover	Alex Fitzgerald TV Star more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Wendy Edelson (Illustrator) Fourth grader Alex's new friendships in California are endangered when her chance to appear in a rock video brings her glamour and an inflated ego. Sequel to "Alex Fitzgerald's Cure for Nightmares". see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
25 view cover	The Book of Rock Stars: 24 Musical Icons That Shine Through History more books like this by Kathleen Krull, Stephen Alcorn (Illustrator) This collection of biographies of influential musicians includes profiles of Kurt Cobain, Janis Joplin, Bob Marley, and Elvis Presley. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $10.29!

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