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"Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a rising star in the world of politics, and she is working hard to use her position as a lawmaker to speak up for what she believes is right and to help people who need someone to stand up for them. Through engaging main text, colorful photographs, and eye-catching quote boxes that highlight empowering words spoken by the woman many call "AOC," readers discover her story and are inspired to think about ways they can be...
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"Chance the Rapper is one of the most famous figures in the world of hip-hop today, and his desire to help people-especially young people-has helped him become a role model for many. His early life, career achievements, and the many ways he makes a difference today are explored through fun and fact-filled main text and a graphic organizer that encourage young people to look for their own ways to help in their communities. Full-color photographs, eye-catching...
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"Technology can change the world in important ways, and Elon Musk is an innovator whose ideas are already making a difference in the lives of many people. From space travel to electric cars, Musk's many technological advancements are highlighted in this accessible look at his life and work. As readers explore fascinating biographical text, informative quotes, and full-color photographs, they are inspired to think about technology topics in a new way....
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"From the earliest days of her career, Lady Gaga has used her music to inspire people to love themselves for who they are. As readers discover the years of bullying that pushed Lady Gaga to become a force for positivity and inclusivity in show business, they are shown how musicians can create songs that really do make a difference in people's lives. The insightful biographical text and quotes from Lady Gaga also highlight the ways she's used her fame...
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Writers can make a huge impact on the world, and Lin-Manuel Miranda's life and work is a perfect example of how a writer can make the world a better place with their words. As readers learn Lin-Manuel Miranda's story, they'll discover that there's power in the written word and in creating a space for everyone to feel welcome and empowered through works of art. Colorful photographs of one of the most famous faces in entertainment today accompany the...
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"Athletes inspire people both on and off the field, and Megan Rapinoe understands her responsibility to use her fame and visibility to push for positive changes in her sport and in the world as a whole. Young sports fans are sure to be captivated by stories of Rapinoe's soccer stardom, but as they learn about her game-winning goals, they'll also learn about her advocacy for equal pay, racial equality, and LGBT+ rights. These topics are all presented...
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"Meghan Markle is using the power of the British monarchy for good, and readers discover exactly how she's making a difference in the lives of many people through this inspiring look at her life before and after marrying Prince Harry. Through detailed main text and age-appropriate quotes, readers are shown how Meghan Markle went from being an actress with a passion for activism to a member of the Royal Family who has used her new platform to empower...
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"Some people are so famous they need only one name. Beyoncé has achieved this level of fame through her music career, her acting roles, and her activism. Her music has become a powerful form of representation for women of color, and readers discover this aspect of her life and career in great detail as they discover what makes her a role model for many people around the world. As readers explore the inspiring main text, full-color photographs, age-appropriate...
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"Brie Larson plays a superhero on the big screen, and she's also done many heroic things in her real life too. Readers explore her exciting biography-from her casting as Captain Marvel to her work on behalf of women's rights and equality. This inspiring information is shared through main text that's supplemented with full-color photographs of this popular actress throughout her career and detailed graphic organizers, including a timeline. In addition,...
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"Music is sometimes called a universal language. This means it's something that speaks to everyone around the world. People from different countries, backgrounds, and ways of life can all be brought together by music. One band that's bringing people together using this universal language is BTS. This group of seven men from South Korea has become one of the most popular bands in the world. No matter what language they're singing in, they inspire their...
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"LeBron James is known as one of the best basketball players of all time. He makes a difference every time he steps on the court, but he also makes a big difference off the court too. From speaking out on social issues to starting a school to help kids in need find a path to success, he's become a role model young people can look up to. His inspiring life story is presented to readers through empowering main text, quote boxes with words from King...
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"Young people in dance classes around the world look up to Misty Copeland. She's changed the way people define who can be a successful ballerina, and she's become a vocal ambassador for healthy body image and strengthening support for African Americans in the world of ballet. Readers discover her . . . story through age-appropriate main text that encourages them to use their own unique talents to make a difference in the world"--Provided by publisher....
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"Taylor Swift first made a name for herself by writing love songs. However, she's become more outspoken in both her music and her public statements concerning feminism, political issues, and her place as a woman in the music industry. This change in her life and her music is documented in age-appropriate main text that is supplemented with quote boxes featuring empowering words from this famous singer. Vibrant and informative design elements include...
16) Amanda Gorman
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Words matter, and they can make a big difference in big moments. Amanda Gorman reminded us of this when she read her poem "The Hill We Climb" at Joe Biden's presidential inauguration in 2021. Readers look closely at the impact of this moment, but they also come to see that Amanda has been inspiring people through her writing for many years. Quote boxes highlight some of her most powerful words, and full-color photographs and a timeline help readers...
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"On January 20, 2021, Joe Biden officially became president of the United States. At his inauguration ceremony--the formal gathering marking the start of his presidency--many people shared inspiring words, including the new president himself. One of the speakers that day was Amanda Gorman. She read a poem she'd written called 'The Hill We Climb.' The words Amanda wrote made many people feel hopeful and proud. They also called for change to make the...
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How did a group from South Korea become one of the most popular-and most inspiring-bands on the planet? Readers find out as they take a deep dive into the rise of BTS-the K-pop band that's changing the world with their message of self-love. Engaging text is paired with full-color photographs of the band's seven members: Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. In addition, quote boxes highlight inspiring words, and a timeline breaks down their...
19) Chris Evans
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Chris Evans has played multiple superheroes on the big screen-first as the Human Torch in the Fantastic Four films and then as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He's also a hero to many for his kindness and honesty in real life too. Readers discover his inspiring words about mental health and doing the right thing through quote boxes that add to the biographical main text. A timeline of his life and suggestions for ways readers can...
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"Chris Evans is best known for playing a superhero on the big screen. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), he played Steve Rogers-also known as Captain America. In the movie Captain America: The First Avenger, this hero is described as "not a perfect soldier, but a good man." "A good man" is a way many people have described Chris Evans too. He uses his voice to speak out about causes that matter to him. He also gives his time and money to help...
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