Biography historical figures
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I was pondering—as one does—what makes history come alive, and I noticed listeners often say, “This is the biography X deserves!” when they love a title. Sometimes biographies are about multiple people or a famous event, but a great biography manages through deep research and narrative arc to provide a fresh take on a familiar subject. Here, I’ve curated my favorite biographies that reveal a “household name” in a whole new way in audio; all of them feature rich historic detail and unpausable, stellar narration. Enjoy!
Jesus Christ
Zealot
A fascinating, provocative, and meticulously researched biography that challenges long-held assumptions about the man we know as Jesus of Nazareth....
To look at the historical Jesus within the context of Roman-occupied Palestine seems to fascinate everyone: Christians, atheists, and adherents to other religions. The author’s narration adds to the experience of Zealot.
Genghis Khan
It took an anthropologist—who spent years learning
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Inspire students to become community leaders with this bundle of research biographies on historical figures. Students will explore the history and stories of Martin Luther King, Jr., George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and more.
Each biography enhet will allow students to learn how each of these historical figures made an impact on their country and community.
Each biography includes:
Cover Page (to create a packet of kunskap for students to work through)
Biography Poster and Vocabulary Cards
Fact Collection Worksheets
Cut and Paste Timelines
Brainstorming Worksheets
Informational and Creative Writing Pages
Students will love the cut and paste activities to beställning the early life and civil rights timelines for each of these historical figures. This hands-on approach is highly effective and kids LOVE it!
These ready to “print and teach” activities will allow you to:
· Introduce new vocabulary with vocabulary cards
· Practice fine motor skills with cut and paste w
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Biographies About
Key Historical Figures
Liberators, activists, rebels, prophets, explorers, and trailblazers—discover the stories
and legacies of remarkable men and women who made a difference in the world.
Malcolm X: The Biography
- By: Jalen Thomas
- Narrated by: Jim D. Johnston
- Length: 3 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
Overall
Performance
Story
If you are African-American, were active during the Civil Rights Movement era, or you just have an insatiable desire for knowledge about the enigmatic and charismatic historical figure known as Malcolm X, then you are in for a nostalgic treat....
- 1 out of 5 stars
Repetitive and relies heavily on other biographies
- By LecTric on 09-03-21