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Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Misty Copeland is an author, global volunteer, and principal ballerina. But her path to success was not a straight one. Discover how Copeland used perseverance and talent to achieve her dream"--
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Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Fans of JoJo Siwa-or as she calls them, Siwanators-know JoJo's personality is as colorful as her bows. Learn all about how JoJo danced, laughed, and sparkled her way to fame and her own business empire"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Her songs have been streamed millions of times, and winning five Grammy awards in 2020 cemented Billie Eilish as her generation's biggest pop star. Read about her musical beginnings and her rise to fame"--
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Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Malala Yousafzai's activism has placed her in grave danger from the Taliban, but she remains determined to defend girls' right to an education. Follow Yousafzai from young blogger to Nobel Peace Prize recipient." --
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Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), maps (some color) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"A founder of the country turned cultural phenomenon, Alexander Hamilton helped create American democracy. Follow his story as an orphaned immigrant to successful statesman."--
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Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
An account of the life of Beyoncé, from her career as a child performer, to the success of Destiny's Child, her work as an actress, and her ascension to the pop star stratosphere--one of the most successful performers ever!
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Former First Lady Michelle Obama is a lawyer, a best-selling author, and a powerful advocate for equal rights. From Chicago to Harvard, the White House and beyond, follow Obama's trailblazing and inspiring journey"--
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Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Examines the remarkable life of John McCain, from his time as a decorated veteran to elder statesman. Accessible text and plentiful photos cover McCain's early life, his military career, and his legacy in politics."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Nancy Grace Roman became NASA's first Chief of Astronomy and, ultimately, the "Mother of Hubble." Learn how Roman's passion for astronomy and her work on the Hubble Space Telescope project helped scientists capture breathtaking images of deep space.
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