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  • Ellen Ochoa

    Jayne Keedle

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2009)
    Describes the life and accomplishments of Ellen Ochoa, from her childhood in California to her achievement as the first Hispanic woman in space.
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  • Anne Frank: Get to Know the Girl Beyond Her Diary

    Kassandra Kathleen Radomski

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Shortly after her 13th birthday, Anne Frank and her family were forced into hiding. It was World War II and the German Nazis were rounding up Jewish people and killing them or sending them to work in horrible camps. During her time in hiding, Anne wrote about the experience in her diary. What was the fate of Anne and her family? What became of her diary? Find the answers to these questions and more in Anne Frank: Get to Know the Girl Beyond Her Diary.
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  • Stephen Hawking: Get to Know the Man Behind the Theory

    Cristina Oxtra

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Stephen Hawking was one of the greatest minds of our time. His theories about the universe have changed the way we think about black holes and the Big Bang. Learn more about the physicist on wheels who traveled the world. The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.
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  • Michelle Obama

    Amanda Hudson

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2009)
    Now expanded to 48 pages, our ongoing, exciting biography series introduces readers to some of the most remarkable people in recent times—and in the news today. People We Should Know gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas—from sports to politics. Each exciting book gives readers insight about each person’s early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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  • Barack Obama

    Geoffrey M. Horn

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2009)
    Gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas--from sports to politics--offering insight into each person's early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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  • Wangari Maathai: Get to Know the Woman Who Planted Trees to Bring Change

    Lisa A. Crayton

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2020)
    Wangari Maathai was a fierce protector of the environment and a couragous advocate for women's rights, especially in her native country of Kenya. Her journey from a girl of rural Africa to college professor, founder of the Green Belt Movement, and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate shows readers how little things can bring about big change.
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  • Danica Patrick

    Dina El Nabli

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2009)
    Profiles the young driver who has broken many gender barrier in racing.
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  • Cesar Chavez

    Jonatha A. Brown

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2005)
    A biography of the United Farm Workers leader describes his struggles to improve conditions for migrant agricultural laborers.
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  • John McCain: Get to Know the Brave POW and Senator

    Dani Gabriel

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Before he was a senator, John McCain fought in the Vietnam War and served in the House of Representatives. He ran for president of the United States in 2008. Get to know the maverick who was willing to speak his mind.
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  • Rachael Ray

    Jayne Keedle

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2009)
    Now expanded to 48 pages, our ongoing, exciting biography series introduces readers to some of the most remarkable people in recent times—and in the news today. People We Should Know gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas—from sports to politics. Each exciting book gives readers insight about each person’s early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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  • Hillary Rodham Clinton

    Jill Egan

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2009)
    Now expanded to 48 pages, our ongoing, exciting biography series introduces readers to some of the most remarkable people in recent times—and in the news today. People We Should Know gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas—from sports to politics. Each exciting book gives readers insight about each person’s early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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  • Tony Hawk

    Mike Kennedy

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, July 1, 2009)
    Now expanded to 48 pages, our ongoing, exciting biography series introduces readers to some of the most remarkable people in recent times—and in the news today. People We Should Know gives readers a close-up look at key figures from a variety of arenas—from sports to politics. Each exciting book gives readers insight about each person’s early life, inspirations, and the struggles they faced on their rise to greatness.
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