The Kids’ Book of Firsts: 60 Americans Who Did Things First

Who was the first black baseball player in the major leagues? (It's not who you think.) Who was the first winner of the National Spelling Bee? (And what word did he correctly spell to win?) Who was the first woman to run for president of the United States? (And why she couldn't have been sworn in even if she had won)! Upbeat questions and answers about American "firsts" with dozens of fun-filled facts and fascinating trivia that provide a unique look at American history and culture. Perfect for curious kids everywhere! (And their parents, too!)