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Books in The Human Behind the Hero series

  • Tom Holland Is Spider-Man

    Katie Kawa

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    Tom Holland is the latest actor to step into Peter Parker's shoes. How was he chosen to play the latest version of Spider-Man, and what kind of training did he do to prepare for this exciting role? As readers discover the answers to these questions, they learn how hard work and a positive attitude can take a young person to the heights of superhero superstardom. The combination of this biography's high-interest topic and achievable reading level will appeal to a wide range of readers. In addition, fact boxes, a timeline, and full-color photographs keep readers entertained as they learn.
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  • Scarlett Johansson Is Black Widow

    Katie Kawa

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    The woman who has played Black Widow for more than 10 years has a devoted following of fans. This engaging and accessible biography is written with those fans in mind, as well as readers who are looking for a fun introduction to the world of superheroes. The achievable reading level makes this high-interest topic accessible for a wide variety of readers, and the full-color photographs appeal to readers who are interested in a look behind the scenes of their favorite movies. Additional information about Johansson's life and career are presented through fun facts boxes and a comprehensive timeline.
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  • Gal Gadot Is Wonder Woman

    Katie Kawa

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    Wonder Woman was a groundbreaking superhero film that inspired women around the world, and its star has become a role model for many. The story of how Gal Gadot became Wonder Woman and what she has done since first picking up her shield and lasso is sure to excite readers of all ages. Written at a low reading level to appeal to developing readers, this high-interest biography encourages independent reading through its achievable main text. Fun fact boxes, a helpful timeline, and full-color photographs add to this inspiring reading experience.
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  • Chris Pratt Is Star-Lord

    Katie Kawa

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    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 narrative and fact boxes. An informative timeline and full-color photographs give readers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a superhero. Readers at a variety of levels will enjoy the way this high-interest topic is presented, using accessible language that encourages independent reading.
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  • Brie Larson Is Captain Marvel

    Katie Kawa

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    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. Featuring full-color photographs of this famous actress in action, this is a reading experience that superhero fans of all ages are sure to love.
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  • Chris Pratt Is Star-Lord

    Katie Kawa

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    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 narrative and fact boxes. An informative timeline and full-color photographs give readers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a superhero. Readers at a variety of levels will enjoy the way this high-interest topic is presented, using accessible language that encourages independent reading.
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  • Gal Gadot Is Wonder Woman

    Katie Kawa

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    Wonder Woman was a groundbreaking superhero film that inspired women around the world, and its star has become a role model for many. The story of how Gal Gadot became Wonder Woman and what she has done since first picking up her shield and lasso is sure to excite readers of all ages. Written at a low reading level to appeal to developing readers, this high-interest biography encourages independent reading through its achievable main text. Fun fact boxes, a helpful timeline, and full-color photographs add to this inspiring reading experience.
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  • The Human Behind the Hero

    Various

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    Most superheroes have an alter ego. Some, like Superman's Clark Kent, work a day job. Or, like Star-Lord's Peter Quill, they might fly around the galaxy when not saving it. But the superheroes on movie screens are played by talented men and women who work hard to look and sound exactly right to play both the hero and alter ego. This set takes readers behind the scenes of these actors' lives, from their beginnings on screen to the preparation they went through to become our favorite heroes. Full-color images showcase incredible transformations, costumes, and more. Features include: High-interest topic is written at a lower reading level for all readers to enjoy. Fact boxes give readers even more insight into the characters and actors they love. Includes a timeline of each actor's career.
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  • The Human Behind the Hero

    Various

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    Most superheroes have an alter ego. Some, like Superman's Clark Kent, work a day job. Or, like Star-Lord's Peter Quill, they might fly around the galaxy when not saving it. But the superheroes on movie screens are played by talented men and women who work hard to look and sound exactly right to play both the hero and alter ego. This set takes readers behind the scenes of these actors' lives, from their beginnings on screen to the preparation they went through to become our favorite heroes. Full-color images showcase incredible transformations, costumes, and more. Features include: High-interest topic is written at a lower reading level for all readers to enjoy. Fact boxes give readers even more insight into the characters and actors they love. Includes a timeline of each actor's career.
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  • Brie Larson Is Captain Marvel

    Katie Kawa

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    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. Featuring full-color photographs of this famous actress in action, this is a reading experience that superhero fans of all ages are sure to love.
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  • Tom Holland Is Spider-Man

    Katie Kawa

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    "Tom Holland is the latest actor to step into Peter Parker's shoes. How was he chosen to play the latest version of Spider-Man, and what kind of training did he do to prepare for this exciting role? As readers discover the answers to these questions, they learn how hard work and a positive attitude can take a young person to the heights of superhero superstardom. The combination of this biography's high-interest topic and achievable reading level will appeal to a wide range of readers. In addition, fact boxes, a timeline, and full-color photographs keep readers entertained as they learn"--
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  • Scarlett Johansson Is Black Widow

    Katie Kawa

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)
    The woman who has played Black Widow for more than 10 years has a devoted following of fans. This engaging and accessible biography is written with those fans in mind, as well as readers who are looking for a fun introduction to the world of superheroes. The achievable reading level makes this high-interest topic accessible for a wide variety of readers, and the full-color photographs appeal to readers who are interested in a look behind the scenes of their favorite movies. Additional information about Johansson's life and career are presented through fun facts boxes and a comprehensive timeline.
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