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Excellence in the Arts / Excelencia en los Artes

Brenda Perez Mendoza (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668931585

Get lost in the colors, sounds, and songs of Latinx artists and musicians. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx Excellence and Achievement series illuminates celebrates Latinx achievement and culture, while exploring racism in an honest and age-appropriate way.

Ella Fitzgerald

Joyce Markovics (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668931813

Ella Fitzgerald explores how Ella Fitzgerald made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, her rise to fame with her music, and her lasting impact. Groundbreakers: Black Musicians introduces some of the greats. Creating music, broadening perspectives, and increasing awareness, the musicians' stories will engage students while emphasizing the importance of the arts.

Aretha Franklin

Joyce Markovics (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668931806

Aretha Franklin explores how Aretha Franklin made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, her rise to fame with her music, and her lasting impact.

Maya Angelou

Izzi Howell (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039643758

Find out about the life of American poet and writer Maya Angelou and her work as an activist in the US civil rights movement. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children.

The Blues Duel

Christina Earley (author) Anastasia Kleckner (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887351810

Sue and Lue are both singing the blues in the Blues Duel. Join them onstage as you practice reading words with "ue." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Zendaya: Emmy-Winning Entertainer

Elizabeth Andrews (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098244767

Meet the world famous entertainer, Zendaya. This title introduces Zendaya from her beginnings in Oakland, California, and leads readers through her shining career. Touching on each stage of her life, easy-to-understand text and full-color images explain just how much Zendaya has accomplished. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Olivia Rodrigo: Best-Selling Songwriter

Elizabeth Andrews (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098244736

Meet the young rockstar, Olivia Rodrigo. This title follows Olivia's journey from Disney Channel star to Grammy Award Winning artist. Her transformation into a world renowned singer/songwriter and young activist are presented with easy-to-understand text and full-color images. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Sadie Sink: Stranger Things Scene Stealer

Elizabeth Andrews (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098244743

Meet one of the bright, young faces of Hollywood, Sadie Sink. This title introduces Sadie as a girl with a dream to be on Broadway and follows her as she transitions into the Stranger Things star that has captivated the world. Easy-to-understand text and full-color photos touch on each stage of Sadie's career so far. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Timothée Chalamet: Dune's Leading Man

Elizabeth Andrews (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098244750

Meet the brilliantly talented actor, Timotheé Chalamet. This title introduces Timotheé from his beginning as a boy with a dream in New York City. Easy-to-understand text and full-color photos touch on the emotional films that gave him his big break and the blockbuster films that cemented the name Timotheé Chalamet in homes around the world. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Harry Styles: Everyone's Favorite Performer

Elizabeth Andrews (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098244712

Meet the music and movie superstar Harry Styles. This title follows Harry's journey from music competition show contestant to Grammy Award winner. Starting out as a teenage popstar and transforming into a widely respected name in the music and movie world, Harry Styles keeps people interested. His career is presented in easy-to-understand text and full-color images. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Jung Kook: BTS Singer and Beyond

Elizabeth Andrews (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098244729

Meet the global superstar, Jung Kook. This title will introduce Jung Kook and the boy band that he grew up in, BTS. Young readers can follow along as BTS takes over the world with their music and fans. Jung Kook's transformation from a young teen learning to dance into a household name is presented with easy-to-understand text and full-color images. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

The Making of Jurassic Park

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098281663

This title focuses on the movie Jurassic Park and details the origins, making of, and legacy the film created. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

The Making of Star Wars

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098281670

This title focuses on the movie Star Wars and details the origins, making of, and legacy the film created. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

The Making of Toy Story

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098281687

This title focuses on the movie Toy Story and details the origins, making of, and legacy the film created. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

The Making of Black Panther

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098281649

This title focuses on the movie Black Panther and details the origins, making of, and legacy the film created. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

The Making of Jaws

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098281656

This title focuses on the movie Jaws and details the origins, making of, and legacy the film created. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

The Making of Avatar

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098281632

This title focuses on the movie Avatar and details the origins, making of, and legacy the film created. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Movie Technology

Jeanne Marie Ford (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881310

Introduces readers to significant developments in movie technology and explores how those inventions and discoveries led to further advancements. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, and sources for further research.

Awesome Art Activities

Ruth Owen (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798888221679

It's time to go all-in with art. Fun, hands-on projects bring STEAM learning to life. Simple, step-by-step instructions paired with colorful photos makes creating fun. Follow along to make five awesome art activities. Then, learn how artists everywhere are creating just like you!

Taylor Swift

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096423

Taylor Swift is a music star. As a child, Taylor knew she loved to sing. From her family's Christmas tree farm to her first Grammy award at age 20, this young star has accomplished a lot. And it was just the start! In 2018, Taylor decided to use her platform to speak out for causes that were important to her. This young star has so much she still wants to accomplish--and she has the determination to get it done! Learn about Taylor's journey as a singer, activist, and more.

Olivia Rodrigo

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096416

From acting on Disney to winning three Grammy awards, Olivia Rodrigo is carving her own path to fame. And she won't let anything stop her from achieving her dreams. Olivia started acting at a young age, landing her first big role by age 10, and was soon starring in shows. But this was just the beginning! In 2021, she released her debut album, which earned her a spotlight in the music scene. This young star has so much she still wants to do--and she isn't afraid to do it! Learn about Olivia's journey as an actor, singer, and more.

Lupita Nyong'o

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096409

Lupita Nyong'o landed a role in her first major movie before she even graduated from Yale's acting school. From winning an Oscar for her performance in 12 Years a Slave to elevating unheard voices in her Broadway debut, this Kenyan-Mexican actor has certainly made a name for herself. But that's just the start for the groundbreaking woman. Both in front of the camera and on a stage, Lupita is a role model for children and works to stand up for the rights of women everywhere. And this star is determined to accomplish even more in her life. Learn all about Lupita's journey as an actor, role model, and more.

Dolly Parton

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096393

Country singer, actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian, Dolly Parton is a cultural icon. Coming from a large family without much money, music was her way to become a star. From moving to Nashville right out of high school, to receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award, you might think Dolly has done it all. But that's just the start for this star! Dolly is also extremely generous. She has started programs that give children free books, and she donates to many causes that she cares about. Dolly continues to write songs and give back as much as she can--and she has no plans of stopping! Learn all about Dolly's journey as a singer, icon, and more.

Think Like an Artist

Alex Woolf (author) David Broadbent (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652279

Do you enjoy painting, drawing, or sculpting? You may want to become an artist. Artists train their brains to think in an imaginative way. With the help of the ideas in this book, you can start to think like an artist too.

Amazing Artists

J.P. Miller (author) Chellie Carroll (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427128157

What better way is there to preserve the human spirit of a people than through artistic expression? This book celebrates the stories of Black artists who paved the way for people of color in and out of the arts to be their true selves. Read about men and women who have broken barriers in literature and the performing and visual arts including writer Toni Morrison, jazz pianist Oscar Peterson, rapper Common, artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, actor Lupia Nyong'o, and many more.