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Científicos Pioneros

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

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039643765

Read about the men and women who have improved our lives through science including Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, astronaut Mae Jemison, inventor George Washington Carver, psychologists Kenneth and Mamie Clark, and many more.

Héroes Del Deporte (Sports Heroes)

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

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039643772

Discover the courageous stories of elite Black athletes who battled prejudice and exclusion to become heroes and champions in their sport. Some have used their platform to bring attention to global, social, economic, and health issues. Others brought glory and fame to their countries. Read about such heroes in sports as boxer Muhammad Ali, tennis great Serena Williams, sprinter Usain Bolt, gymnast Simone Biles, and many more.

Martin Luther King Jr.

Izzi Howell (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039643741

Find out about the life of Martin Luther King Jr. from how he fought racism and led the civil rights movement in the United States to his tragic death and how he is remembered now around the world. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children.

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.

Brock Lesnar

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098277659

This book chronicles Brock Lesnar's childhood, education, and early career; his rise to success; and his current status. Lesnar's personal and professional challenges and achievements are highlighted as is his impact on entertainment wrestling. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Roman Reigns

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098277666

This book chronicles Roman Reigns's childhood, education, and early career; his rise to success; and his current status. Reigns's personal and professional challenges and achievements are highlighted as is his impact on entertainment wrestling. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

John Cena

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098277628

This book chronicles John Cena's childhood, education, and early career; his rise to success; and his current status. Cena's personal and professional challenges and achievements are highlighted as is his impact on entertainment wrestling. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Andre the Giant

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098277635

This book chronicles Andre the Giant's childhood, education, and early career; his rise to success; and his untimely death. Andre the Giant's personal and professional challenges and achievements are highlighted as is his impact on entertainment wrestling. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098277642

This book chronicles Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's childhood, education, and early career; his rise to success; and his current status. The Rock's personal and professional challenges and achievements are highlighted as is his impact on entertainment wrestling. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Ronda Rousey

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098277673

This book chronicles Ronda Rousey's childhood, education, and early career; his rise to success; and his current status. Rousey's personal and professional challenges and achievements are highlighted as is his impact on entertainment wrestling. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

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.

Ketanji Brown Jackson: Supreme Court Justice

Emily Dolbear (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881914

On June 30, 2022, Ketanji Brown Jackson was sworn in as the 116th Supreme Court justice. In that moment, she also became the first Black woman to serve on the highest court in the United States. This title explores Jackson's childhood, education, and adulthood, providing readers with a better understanding of who Jackson is and what led to her historic seat on the US Supreme Court. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,a time line, a Think-About-It section, and an index.

Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott

L. S. Summer (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881921

Rosa Parks played an instrumental role in the integration of Montgomery, Alabama, buses, and in the reemergence of the black community's fight for equal rights. Referred to as the 'mother of the civil rights movement,' Parks stood up for what she believed in and proved that one person can make a difference. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,a time line, a Think-About-It section, and an index.

Jackie Robinson: Professional Baseball Player

Tony De Marco (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881907

Best known for breaking the color line in baseball, Jackie Robinson was central in the integration of the sport. During his successful career in college athletics, in Major League Baseball, and in his business career, Jackie Robinson rose above the racism he faced to become an important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,a time line, a Think-About-It section, and an index.

Condoleezza Rice: US Secretary of State

Kevin Cunningham (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881853

As an influential leader in U.S. politics, Condoleezza Rice became one of the foremost authorities on the Soviet Union during the Cold War and served in advisory roles for two presidents. Her intelligence and drive led her to one of the highest-ranking jobs in the White House, secretary of state. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,a time line, a Think-About-It section, and an index.

Harriet Ross Tubman: Abolitionist and Activist

Don Troy (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881860

Born into slavery, Harriet Tubman escaped to the North--then returned to the South many times to lead her people to freedom. This famous conductor on the Underground Railroad spent her life helping others, crusading for abolition, women's rights, and the end of poverty. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,a time line, a Think-About-It section, and an index.

Booker T. Washington: Educator and Orator

Don Troy (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881846

Booker T. Washington rose from his slavery beginnings to become a national leader in education and civil rights. Beginning his career as a teacher and developing into a renowned speaker, Washington's influence is still felt today through Tuskegee University, which he originally founded. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,a time line, a Think-About-It section, and an index.

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.

Queen Elizabeth II

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096430

As a young princess, Elizabeth Windsor loved her family, her corgis--and her country. She took the thrown at a young age, and now she is the longest-serving monarch her country has seen. Along the way Queen Elizabeth II made changes that have brought the royal family into the modern era. Learn all about Queen Elizabeth II's spectacular journey to becoming a record-breaking royal.

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.