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Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month: Kids (May 2023)
OBD Asian Pacific American Heritage Month- Youth
OBD Asian Pacific American Heritage Month- Youth
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Chronicles the life and career of well-known actor and martial arts master, Bruce Lee, from his childhood in Hong Kong to his untimely death at the age of thirty-two.
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"Discover more about the comedy team that perfected the art of the pie fight! The Three Stooges were the hardworking children of immigrants and discovered a love of performing at an early age. Starting out as a vaudeville act, they soon transitioned into movies, becoming a worldwide sensation in feature films and shorts. Never the critics' darlings, audiences loved them for their mastery of physical comedy and their willingness to do anything for...
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Hispanic & Latino Authors: Youth Nonfiction (SCPL-YS)
OBD Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month - Youth
Unidos: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage (kids)
OBD Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month - Youth
Unidos: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage (kids)
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"The star of Orange Is the New Black and Jane the Virgin, Diane Guerrero presents her personal story in this middle grade memoir about her parents' deportation and the nightmarish struggles of undocumented immigrants and their American children"--
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"From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favorite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and also blockbuster movies like Toy Story 4 and The Proposal. Over her decades-long career, Betty White won Emmy awards, was named an honorary mayor of Hollywood, earned a star on the Walk of Fame, and set the Guinness World Record for woman...
6) John Cena
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"Engaging images accompany information about John Cena. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
7) The Rock
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In the world of pro wrestling, the personalities are larger than life. This title introduces one of the biggest stars in the industry. With colorful tales of his journey from childhood dreams to title belts of today, plus a timeline, glossary, and more, this book is a can't miss for readers looking to pin down exciting information about their favorite wrestler. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint...
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"Pura Belpre Honor winner for The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano and one of America's most influential Hispanics--'Maria' on Sesame Street--delivers a beautifully wrought coming-of-age memoir. Set in the 1950s in the Bronx, this is the story of a girl with a dream. Emmy award-winning actress and writer Sonia Manzano plunges us into the daily lives of a Latino family that is loving--and troubled. This is Sonia's own story rendered with an unforgettable...
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Hulk Hogan burst onto the professional wrestling scene in the late 1970s and enjoyed success for decades. But the last two years have tested Hogan more than any other period in his life. Here, Hogan reveals how he emerged from these battles feeling stronger than ever before.
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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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"It took a lot of hard work for Chris Pratt to transform into Peter Quill--also known as Star-Lord. Readers are sure to be entertained as they trace his path from humble beginnings to Guardian of the Galaxy. Exciting details about his training, his other projects, and his charity work are included in the main text and fact boxes. A clear timeline and full-color photographs give readers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a superhero. Readers...
16) Donald Glover
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"There's not much in show business that Donald Glover doesn't know how to do. Often recognized by his stage name Childish Gambino, Glover is an accomplished musician, writer, comedian, and actor-among other things. Readers of this biographical volume follow along with Glover's interesting journey, which began on an Air Force base in California and led him to become one of today's most influential performers. Fact boxes and direct quotes help readers...
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Captain Marvel is one of the newest heroes to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the actress who plays her isn't new to Hollywood. Brie Larson's journey from young actress to Oscar winner to superhero is presented through accessible text that even developing readers can independently enjoy. Additional details about this high-interest topic are found in eye-catching fact boxes, and a helpful timeline summarizes Larson's path to superhero superstardom....
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""Daddy always said it takes a man of peace to stop a war." Based on the true story of Paul Robeson's visit to the front lines of the Spanish Civil War, comes this recollection of his bravery and activism by his granddaughter, Susan Robeson, with her debut book. When Susan was a child her father and grandfather told her family stories over and over. Grandpa Paul was a great man, a singer with a deep and rumbling voice, a man of peace and principle...
19) Meghan Markle
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"Read about Meghan Markle's career, her human rights work, and her path to becoming royalty!"--
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"Whether he's singing on stage, charming audiences on the silver screen, or writing the next Broadway hit, Lin-Manuel Miranda is sure to find success. Find out how he went from a home filled with music to a run in one of the most iconic musicals of all time."--
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