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Jimi Hendrix

Joyce Markovics (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668931820

Jimi Hendrix explores how Jimi Hendrix made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, his rise to fame with his music, and his 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.

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.

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.

Lewis Hamilton: World Champion Race Car Driver

Shanna Silver (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645989684

As a child, Lewis Hamilton showed passion and skill for racing. Despite facing racism and other challenges, he wouldn’t let anything stand in the way of his dream of becoming a Formula One driver. Several World Championships later, he continues to live his dream and works to pave the way for more diversity in the sport and inclusivity in life.

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.

Malala Yousafzai: Education Activist

Myra Faye Turner (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645988977

Growing up in Pakistan, Malala Yousafzai’s life was turned upside down by the Taliban. It forbade girls her age from going to school, but Malala refused to accept this. Speaking out nearly cost the young activist her life. Still, she didn’t give up. Today, Malala continues to fight for a free, safe education for all girls around the world.