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1) Cesar Chavez
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Series
Pub. Date
[1992]
Description
A biography of the union activist who led the struggle of migrant farm workers for better working conditions.
2) Anne Frank
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1996]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Traces the life of the young Jewish girl whose diary chronicles the years she and her family hid from the Nazis in an Amsterdam attic.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Raised just a few blocks from Broadway, Alicia Keys began playing classical piano when she was seven years old. At twenty-two, she became famous for combining the music of her city and her classical training into a sound all her own. In this compelling biography, readers learn about the inspiring life and work of Keys, a fifteen-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer. Keys is also an actress, author, and global activist in the...
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Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Chance the Rapper is known around the world for his unique style of music as well as his generosity. But before he shot to fame, Chancelor Bennett was struggling in school and getting into trouble with drugs. Thanks to his family and his music, he was able to turn his life around. With a new name and a new outlook, Chance the Rapper began to find success in both his personal and professional lives. Readers will be inspired by the music megastar who...
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Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Shawn Mendes was only fifteen years old when he became an online singing sensation. Within a few years, he quickly progressed to become an international superstar. Readers meet Shawn through well-researched, accessible information on his life and accomplishments. The high-interest text is enhanced with full-color photographs, a timeline, and direct quotes from Shawn himself. This book invites leisure reading, as well as supports the social studies...
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Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Zendaya is one of the hottest stars in Hollywood as well as a staple of fashion-forward style. With hit movies such as Spiderman: Homecoming and The Greatest Showman now on her resume, she's come a long way since shooting commercials as a young girl. The accessible text provides fun facts about the woman behind the stylish exterior, such as her early career aspirations to be a teacher or a basketball player. With color photographs and quotes from...
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Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
At fourteen years old, Dwayne Johnson began training for the day when he would become the first third-generation wrestler in the World Wrestling Federation. But the wrestling ring wasn't enough for him. In this revealing biography, readers learn how Johnson used his strong work ethic to go beyond wrestling and find great success in Hollywood. Accompanied by full-color photographs and fun facts, the engaging text follows Johnson's life and achievements...
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Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
LeBron James is unquestionably one of the biggest names in basketball history, but it's his actions off the court that make him a true superstar. In this captivating biography, readers learn how James uses his position as a respected athlete to encourage and uplift others.