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Carrie Underwood

Katie Lajiness (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786552

Meet famous entertainer Carrie Underwood! In this engaging title, readers will follow Carrie Underwood’s career from her start on American Idol to her first album Some Hearts on the way to twelve Academy of Country Music Awards, seven Country Music Association Awards and seven Grammy Awards! Underwood’s charitable work is also featured. Table of contents, map, “Did You Know” fact boxes, a “Snapshot” graphic with vital information, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Chuck Taylor: Sneaker Sensation

Rebecca Felix (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786699

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the inventor of All Stars, Chuck Taylor. Follow Taylor’s story from his early years as a basketball star, to his career as a salesman for Converse, and his development of the Chuck Taylor All Star. Entertaining sidebars, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Mary Quant: Miniskirt Maker

Rebecca Felix (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786668

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the developer of the miniskirt, Mary Quant. Follow Quant’s story from her early years selling her designs in her shop Bazaar as she names the miniskirt and brings it from popular London skirt style to worldwide fashion trend! Fun facts, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Eddie Bauer: Down Jacket Developer

Rebecca Felix (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786644

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the inventor of the down jacket, Eddie Bauer. Follow Bauer’s story from his early years at Bauer’s Tennis Shop to the expanded Bauer’s Sport Shop to the creation of his famous puffer jacket! Fun facts, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Rihanna

Katie Lajiness (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786538

Meet pop star Rihanna! In this engaging title, readers will follow Rihanna’s career from her first album Music of the Sun all the way to twelve American Music Awards and eight Grammy Awards! Her charitable work with the Clara Lionel Foundation is also featured. Table of contents, map, “Did You Know” fact boxes, a “Snapshot” graphic with vital information, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Justin Bieber

Katie Lajiness (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786507

Meet pop star Justin Bieber! In this engaging title, readers will follow Justin Bieber’s career from YouTube to his first album My World all the way to twelve American Music Awards and a Grammy Award! His charitable work with Pencils of Promise is also featured. Table of contents, map, “Did You Know” fact boxes, a “Snapshot” graphic with vital information, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Lady Gaga

Katie Lajiness (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786521

Meet Famous entertainer Lady Gaga! In this engaging title, readers will follow Lady Gaga’s career from her first album The Fame to singing the national anthem at one Super Bowl and performing the half time show at anther, on the way to winning six Grammy Awards! Her charitable work with the Born This Way Foundation is also featured. Table of contents, map, “Did You Know” fact boxes, a “Snapshot” graphic with vital information, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Drake

Katie Lajiness (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786514

Meet famous music star Drake! In this engaging title, readers will follow Drake’s career from his role on Degrassi: The Next Generation to his move into music and first album Thank Me Later to four American Music Awards and three Grammy Awards! Drake’s charitable work is also featured. Table of contents, map, “Did You Know” fact boxes, a “Snapshot” graphic with vital information, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Adele

Katie Lajiness (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786484

Meet singing sensation Adele! In this engaging title, readers will follow Adele’s career from her smash debut album 19 through fifteen Grammy Awards and an Oscar! Her charitable work with organizations such as Keep a Child Alive and Drop4Drop is also featured. Table of contents, map, “Did You Know” fact boxes, a “Snapshot” graphic with vital information, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Laurie Hernandez

Katie Lajiness (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680785661

Meet Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez! Hernandez’s life story is examined from her childhood in New Jersey where she began gymnastics at age five, to the 2015 US Junior Title on the way to being chosen for the women’s gymnastics team at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro where she won one gold and one silver medal. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Steve Irwin

Lauren Kukla (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624023934

All animals deserve safety. But sometimes they are mistreated and misunderstood. In this Steve Irwin book, kids will follow him on his journey to become a wildlife expert and conservationist. From his TV show The Crocodile Hunter to work with Australia Zoo and Wildlife Warriors, Irwin cared for the safety of reptiles and animals. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.

Jack Hanna

Lauren Kukla (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624023927

All animals deserve safety. But sometimes they are mistreated and misunderstood. In this Jack Hanna book, kids will follow him on his journey to become an animal expert. From improving conditions for zoo animals to his TV show Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures, Hanna cared for the safety of animals and protecting their habitats. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.

Sacagawea

Christine Platt (author) Addy Rivera (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532136740

This title introduces readers to Sacagawea and how she became a shero for one of America's most famous expeditions. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Harriet Tubman

Christine Platt (author) Addy Rivera (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532136726

This title introduces readers to Harriet Tubman and how she became a shero to free as many slaves as possible through the Underground Railroad. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Joan of Arc

Christine Platt (author) Addy Rivera (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532136733

This title introduces readers to Joan of Arc and how she became a shero to help deliver France from English domination. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Cleopatra

Christine Platt (author) Addy Rivera (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532136719

This title introduces readers to Cleopatra and how she became a shero and one of the most famous female rulers of all time. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Barack Obama: 44th U.S. President

Tom Robinson (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617852442

This title examines the remarkable life of Barack Obama. Readers will learn about his childhood, education, community organizer work, and law career. Obama's entry into politics is discussed in detail, including his rise from state senator to the first African-American president of the United States. Obama's family life and societal contributions are also covered. 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.

Wikipedia: Company and Its Founders

Jennifer Joline Anderson (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617840982

This title examines the remarkable lives of Chris DeWolfe and Tom Anderson, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jack Dorsey and their work building the groundbreaking social networking companies MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter. Readers will learn about Page and Brin's backgrounds and education, as well as their early careers. Also covered is a look at how these social networking companies operate and issues they face, such as responding to negative feedback, facing competition, and developing new tools and applications for 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.

The Assassination of John F. Kennedy

Patricia M. Stockland (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617851568

Discusses the events that led up to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963.

Henri Nestlé: Food Company Creator

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532110832

In this title, unwrap the life of food manufacturer Nestlé! Readers will follow the Nestlé success story from Henri Nestlé’s start as a pharmacist making nutritious cereal for babies to the company’s current position as the world’s largest food and beverage company. A helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement historical and color photos. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Sam J. Porcello: Oreo Innovator

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532110849

In this title, unwrap the life of Oreo innovator Sam J. Porcello! Readers will follow Porcello’s journey from his childhood through his years at Nabisco where he worked to make the Oreo filling creamier and its cookies more chocolatey! Learn how Porcello developed new Oreo flavors and came to be known as Mr. Oreo while also improving Chips Ahoy!, Fig Newtons, and Mallomars. A helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement historical and color photos. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

The Smucker Family: Jelly Pioneers

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532110856

In this title, unwrap the life of jelly pioneers the Smucker family! Readers will follow the Smuckers’ journey as the family’s products advanced from apple cider and apple butter to jams, jellies, peanut butter, and even coffee! Learn about the family’s Basic Beliefs and its commitment to family values in its business and advertising. A helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement historical and color photos. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Oscar F. Mayer: Hot Dog Manufacturer

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532110825

In this title, unwrap the life of hot dog manufacturer Oscar F. Mayer! Readers will follow Mayer’s journey from his early days as an apprentice at Armour & Company to opening his own butcher shop and the development of custom sausages and quality meats. Learn about the Wienermobile and those famous wiener and bologna advertising jingles! A helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement historical and color photos. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

S. Truett Cathy: Chick-fil-A Founder

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532110801

In this title, unwrap the life of Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy! Readers will follow Cathy’s journey from his entrepreneurial childhood to his first restaurants to his work perfecting the chicken-cooking process that led to Chick-fil-A. Learn about Cathy’s tenets for success, the company’s commitment to giving back, and the cows! A helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement historical and color photos. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Henry John Heinz: Ketchup Developer

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781532110818

In this title, unwrap the life of ketchup developer Henry John Heinz! Readers will follow Heinz’s journey from his childhood growing and selling vegetables to his start selling grated horseradish that led to “57 Varieties” of products including famous Heinz ketchup. A helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement historical and color photos. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.