Rita L Hubbard

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1) The oldest student: how Mary Walker learned to read

Author

Hubbard, Rita L

Publisher

Schwartz & Wade Books

Publication Date

[2020]

Language

English

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2022 Bluestem Award Nominees
Black Authors: Youth Biographies (SCPL-YS)
Black History Biographies (WPL-Youth)
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"A picture book biography sharing the inspiring and incredible true story of the nation's oldest student, Mary Walker, who learned to read at the age of 116"-- Provided by publisher.

2) Hammering for freedom: the William Lewis story

Author

Hubbard, Rita L

Publisher

Lee & Low Books, Inc

Publication Date

[2018]

Language

English

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Black History Month - ROD Children's

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The inspirational story of William "Bill" Lewis, a hardworking blacksmith who slowly saved his money to free his family--Publisher-provided summary.

3) La estudiante mayor: cómo Mary Walker aprendió a leer

Author

Hubbard, Rita L

Publisher

Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial

Publication Date

2022.

Language

Español

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"En 1848, Mary Walker nació siendo esclava. A los 15 años fue liberada. A los 20, se casó y tuvo su primer hijo. A los 68 aún trabajaba y recogía dinero para su iglesia. A los 114, era el último miembro de su familia que aún vivía. A los 116 años, Mary Walker aprendió a leer. Nunca es demasiado tarde para aprender."-- Page 4 of cover.

4) It's possible: the story of Ronald McNair

Author

Hubbard, Rita L

Publisher

Literary Safari Inc

Publication Date

[2026]

Language

English

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"Ronald McNair grew up poor and Black in a leaky house in 1950s South Carolina. That didn't stop him from dreaming big. He set his eyes on the stars and saw infinite possibilities. From standing up to segregation at age nine to becoming a NASA astronaut, Ronald defied every boundary. He mastered physics, earned a black belt in karate, played the saxophone, and soared toward space twice! This inspiring biography shows young readers that with courage...

5) What degree do I need to pursue a career in health care?

Author

Hubbard, Rita L

Series

Right degree for me

Publisher

Rosen Publishing

Publication Date

2015.

Language

English

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Profiles of jobs in the nursing, dental, medical, and nutrition fields, among others, are included. Also highlighted are the variety of opportunities available to students of varying education levels, as well as the health care fields fastest growing and most in-demand professions.