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Michelangelo

Adele Richardson (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566607551

A biography of Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo, examining his masterful commissions and papal relationships, as well as some of his most enduring works.

Romanticism

Jessica Gunderson (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566606486

An examination of the art movement known as Romanticism from its beginnings in the late 1700s to its decline in the mid-1800s, including an introduction to great artists and works.

Gothic Art

Shannon Robinson (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566606431

An examination of the art movement known as Gothic Art from its beginnings in the 12th century to its decline in the early 1400s, including an introduction to great artists and works.

Impressionism

Jessica Gunderson (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566606448

An examination of the art movement known as Impressionism from its beginnings in the 1860s to its decline in the early 1900s, including an introduction to great artists and works.

Cubism

Anne Fitzpatrick (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566606424

An examination of the art movement known as Cubism from its beginnings in the early 1900s to its decline during World War I, including an introduction to great artists and works.

The Renaissance

Jessica Gunderson (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566606479

An examination of the art movement known as the Renaissance from its beginnings in the 1420s to its decline in the 1560s, including an introduction to great artists and works.

Realism

Anne Fitzpatrick (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566606462

An examination of the art movement known as Realism from its beginnings in the mid-1800s to its decline in the late 1800s, including an introduction to great artists and works.

The Baroque Period

Anne Fitzpatrick (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566606417

An examination of the art movement known as the Baroque Period from its beginnings in the 1590s to its decline in the late 1600s, including an introduction to great artists and works.

Hip-Hop Dance

Audrey DeAngelis, Gina DeAngelis (authors)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532110283

Since its introduction in the 1970s, hip-hop has become a way of life. This title takes an inside look at hip-hop dance. Hip-Hop Dance examines the origins of many styles of hip-hop dance, such as breaking and locking and popping, and explores how they burst into the mainstream and went global. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

William Williams Documents Ellis Island Immigrants

Rebecca Rowell (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786095

William Williams Documents Ellis Island Immigrants considers the work of Ellis Island commissioner William Williams as he collected photos recording the history of the immigration facility and those who passed through its doors in the early 1900s. Using many stunning, full-page photos, it examines Williams’ role in executing US immigration policy during this pivotal time in American history. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

12 Entertainers Who Changed the World

M. J. York (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621432401

Showcases the work and achievements of 12 of the world’s most influential entertainers. Each spread contains fascinating facts about each entertainer and how their accomplishments helped change the world.

Yo-Yo Ma

Annie Buckley (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602792128

Yo-Yo Ma is a world-class cellist who has won numerous Grammy awards and is beloved by audiences worldwide. Readers will discover how hard work and talent helped Ma rise to the top and how he uses his gifts to promote unity by bringing together musicians from around the world in his Silk Road Project.

Robert L. Johnson

Annie Buckley (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602792074

Readers will be introduced to Robert L. Johnson. They'll find out how his charisma, determination, and sharp business skills helped him earn a Master's degree from Princeton University, found one of the biggest television networks in the world, and become driving forces of the entertainment industry.

Oprah Winfrey

Judy Alter (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602792043

From the impoverished inner-city streets of Milwaukee to her own nationally syndicated talk show in Chicago, Oprah has persevered to become one of the most recognized personalities in the world. Readers will learn how her courage, kindness, and perseverance have led her to found Oprah's Angel Network, a charity whose mission is to help the underprivileged of the world.

Bono

Christin Ditchfield (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602792012

Bono and the band U2 have delighted audiences worldwide for more than 20 years. Readers will learn about Bono's rise to pop stardom and how he continues to use his talent and charisma to help third world countries fight diseases such as AIDS and Malaria.

Urban Animals of Washington, D.C.

Isabel Hill (author)

Publisher: Star Bright Books ISBN: 9781595725127

The author of Urban Animals, Isabel Hill once again captures images of creatures large and small that adorns the buildings all around our nation's capital. Includes a glossary of architectural terms and a list of buildings where each animal resides.

Vital and Creative: The Art and Architecture of Mexico

Anna Carew-Miller (author)

Publisher: Mason Crest ISBN: 9781422286845

For nearly 4,000 years, the people who have lived in the region known as Mexico have expressed themselves through a variety of folk arts. Today, the art and architecture of Mexico blends indigenous and pre-Columbian influences with Spanish and European traditions. From architecture to music, from painting to poetry, from colorful clay pottery to ornate woven baskets and rugs, Mexicans have demonstrated the vitality and creativity of their culture. This book provides information about Mexico's ancient and modern architecture, visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, and folk art.

Pixar: Company and Its Founders

A.M. Buckley (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617840968

This title examines the remarkable lives of Ed Catmull and Alvy Ray Smith and their work building the groundbreaking company Pixar. Readers will learn about Catmull and Smith’s backgrounds and education, as well as their early careers. Also covered is a look at how Pixar operates and issues the company faces, such as developing new animation and computer graphics software, meeting production demands, and maintaining leadership.

YouTube: Company and Its Founders

Rebecca Rowell (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617840999

This title examines the remarkable lives of Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger and their work building the groundbreaking company Wikipedia. Readers will learn about Wales and Sanger's backgrounds and education, as well as their early careers. Also covered is a look at how Wikipedia operates and issues the company faces, such as establishing reliability, developing international sites, and dealing with abusive users. Color photos, detailed maps, and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.

Netflix: The Company and Its Founders

Marcia Amidon Lusted (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781614801825

This title examines the remarkable lives of Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph and their work building the groundbreaking company Netflix. Readers will learn about each founder's background and education, as well as his early career. Also covered is a look at how Netflix operates, issues the company faces, its successes, and its impact on society. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, Web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.

TiVo: The Company and Its Founders

Kristine Carlson Asselin (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781614801849

This title examines the remarkable lives of Mike Ramsay and Jim Barton and their work building the company TiVo. Readers will learn about each founder's background and education, as well as his early career. Also covered is a look at how TiVo operates, issues the company faces, its successes, and its impact on society. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, Web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.

Heath Ledger: Talented Actor

Stephanie Watson (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617852923

The Joker in 2008's mega-hit movie The Dark Knight was an incredible, Oscar-worthy performance by this young and troubled actor. Tweens and teens were crazy about the film, and the world mourned when Ledger died. This book examines Ledger's brief career, background, and personal life, as well as the controversies surrounding his death. From his breakout role in the teen flick 10 Things I Hate About You to his Oscar nomination for his performance in Brokeback Mountain, Ledger's biography is bound to intrigue young movie fans.

Michael Jackson: King of Pop

Mary K. Pratt (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617852916

This title chronicles the song and dance genius of the King of Pop, whose recent death reinforced the level of his global influence and stardom. While covering controversies and oddities, from the trial on molestation charges to his cosmetic surgeries to his amusement-park house Neverland, the book also details his incredible songs, videos, work habits, childhood, and groundbreaking career. Jackson's music is still popular with young people, especially with the convenience of MP3 downloads and the enthusiasm passed down from older fans.

John Lennon: Legendary Musician & Beatle

Jennifer Joline Anderson (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617852930

John Lennon was one of history's most influential musicians. This title highlights Lennon's background and his role in the formation of the groundbreaking band The Beatles. Also covered in detail are Lennon's famous war protests and his 1980 assassination. Recently released Beatles CDs, and the Cirque de Soleil masterpiece Love appealed to many young people. With Beatles songs for the Rock Bandâ„¢ video game coming this fall, as well as remastered Beatles recordings, this title is a timely addition to any collection for middle and high schools and YA programs.

Tupac Shakur: Multi-Platinum Rapper

Ashley Rae Harris (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617852947

This legendary rapper was gunned down in Las Vegas in 1996, but not before having multi-platinum releases and a promising acting career. A prime example of the line rappers walk between street credibility and their art, Tupac pushed the East-West rap feud both as a real fight and as a tool to influence media coverage of his career. Tupac's raps were part traditional social protest and part gritty descriptions of street life in urban neighborhoods.