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1) Lizzo
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Lizzo and her music have inspired people everywhere to accept themselves for who they are. Readers will . . . learn more about Lizzo's strong soul roots, her struggle breaking into the music industry, her role models, and her . . . success"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"By the time Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was 24 years old, he'd already shown the world how to play and lead like a superstar. After achieving early success playing college football and baseball, Mahomes has become an NFL trendsetter and record breaker, becoming only one of four African American quarterbacks to win an All-Pro Most Valuable Player Award. With help from photos and biographical timelines, this book tells the story...
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Actor Chadwick Boseman has starred in many films, portraying notably strong characters including baseball legend Jackie Robinson and superhero Black Panther. In this . . . biography, readers will learn about Boseman's upbringing, education, acting career, and more"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Donald Glover is an actor, writer, director, producer, and comedian-as well as other things! Perhaps best known for his roles in Solo: A Star Wars Story, the Lion King remake, and the TV series Atlanta, he also raps under the name Childish Gambino. . . . This . . . biography spotlights his greatest accomplishments so far, as well as his family life and interests"--Provided by publisher.
6) Zendaya
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Few actors can go by one name. Zendaya is one of them. Born Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman, she first found success on the Disney Channel. She continued to act in TV shows and made the leap to the silver screen in 2017 as Michelle in Spider Man: Homecoming. In recent years, Zendaya has branched out into more dramatic and controversial roles. Readers will love learning about Zendaya's early career, family life, personal interests, and goals for the...
7) Firefighter
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Firefighters are important community helpers, responsible for saving people from fire and other emergencies. This book introduces readers to a career as a firefighter. They'll learn about life at a firehouse, special clothing, and life-saving equipment. They'll also learn about the different kinds of emergencies that firefighters respond to. Age-appropriate photographs and text will allow readers to familiarize themselves with this essential community...
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Police officers work in communities all over the country. They keep people safe, enforce laws, and help in emergencies. This book introduces readers to a career as a police officer. They'll learn about how officers work at police stations and in patrol cars. They'll also learn about different kinds of emergencies that police officers respond to. Readers can familiarize themselves with police officers through accessible text and friendly photographs....
9) Scientist
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Scientists work in all different fields, but they have one thing in common: they ask lots of questions. Readers will learn about different kinds of scientists, from geologists to marine biologists. They'll learn how scientists ask questions, make guesses, test them, and share what they've learned. This book shows scientists working in the field and in the lab. Readers will learn how to become a scientist and how scientists make a difference"--Provided...
10) Teacher
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Teachers are . . . community helpers who help children learn every day. Readers will learn about what kinds of teachers there are and how someone becomes a teacher. They'll learn how teachers use resources and technology to share information with their students. This book also shows how teachers tackle remote learning"--Provided by publisher.
11) Writer
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Writers are creative people who use their ideas and imagination to shape stories and films. Some writers create long fantasy novels, while others write articles in the newspaper. They also use their knowledge and research to inform people about a specific topic or finding. Readers will learn how writers do their jobs and how they decide what to write. They will also learn how writers make a difference through their creativity"--Provided by publisher....
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Geronimo - born Goyathlay - was a Chiricuaha Apache who fought for his people for more than 30 years. His determination to keep the Apache freely living in their ancestral homeland made him the last Native American to surrender to the United States government. Although he did not succeed in his aim of retaining his people's land, Geronimo was hailed as a hero by the Apache. Today, his bravery is remembered even by non-Natives. Historical black-and-white...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Osceloa--born Billy Powell--was the son of an English trader and a Creek woman. Although not Seminole by birth, he was adopted into their tribe as a child when he and his mother moved to Florida to escape the fighting of the Creek Wars. As an adult, Osceola (his Seminole name) fought to help his people keep control of their ancestral homeland"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Red Cloud distinguished himself early on as a brave and skilled warrior. In his youth, he joined his people, the Oglala Sioux, in fighting nearby Crow and Pawnee groups. When the United States government created the Bozeman Trail-a shortcut to the Oregon Trail that led directly through Sioux hunting grounds-Red Cloud embarked on a prolonged campaign against the government. He is the only Native American in history to win a war against the US Army....
Author
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Red Jacket belonged to the Seneca Nation, which was part of the Iroquois Confederacy. At birth, he was given the name Otetiani. His English name came from the red coat the British gave him when he served as their messenger in the American Revolution. Although Red Jacket did not distinguish himself in battle, he used his skill as an orator to speak up about the problems the Seneca and other groups were facing. This volume, enhanced by historical black-and-white...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"To this day, Sitting Bull is remembered for his unwavering dedication to his people, the Lakota Sioux. Renowned for his bravery, Sitting Bull distinguished himself as a great warrior from an early age. He was also a spiritual leader to his people, and his visions gave them strength and hope. Historical black-and-white photographs bring the life story of this remarkable hero to life for young readers"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Shawnee chief Tecumseh was a brilliant orator who spent most of his life traveling around the country, convincing other Native Americans to form an alliance against the European colonizers. With his brother, who was known as the Prophet, Tecumseh formed a religious and political movement that gained steam until he was killed during the War of 1812. When he died, the resistance died with him. Historical photographs augment the accessible main text...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Many people are familiar with gymnastics through the famous feats of Olympic gymnasts. But they may not realize gymnastics is divided into different categories, including artistic, rhythmic, and trampoline or that special skills and equipment are required for each . . . describes these types of gymnastics and features gymnasts of different ages, including the youngest athletes, performing the events associated with each"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Play ball! Many people learn about baseball, called the national pastime of the United States, at a young age. The sport requires hand-eye coordination, speed, strength, and much more. Budding superstars can hone these skills on the field, at the park, or in the backyard. In this . . . [book], budding athletes and fans will . . . [learn] about the rules and field positions of baseball, supported by color . . . photographs of players of all ages and...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Did you ever hear a basketball swish through a basket? It's a beautiful sound! The pros make this sport look easy, but beginning players learn quickly that it's not. This . . . book takes readers through the positions of the game as well as some of the rules. They'll learn that basketball players need strength and endurance. And finally, they'll learn the role of good sportsmanship in this and other sports"--Provided by publisher.
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