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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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As a child, Chadwick Boseman read stories about people who inspired him. As an adult, he became an actor to tell inspiring stories to others. Chadwick fought to make his career a legacy that shares the stories he was passionate about. Learn all about Chadwick's spectacular journey as an actor and activist.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 3
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English
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This title examines the life and career of the lawyer and senator who was elected vice president of the United States in 2020. Harris became the first female vice president, as well as the first Black and Asian American vice president. Features include a glossary, web resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Sources for further research...
43) Louis Armstrong
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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True or False? Louis Armstrong was often called The World's Greatest Trumpet Player." True! Louis Armstrong changed the sound of American music with his exciting, powerful trumpet-playing. He helped make jazz one of the world's most popular forms of music. And his gruff singing voice and shining personality made him one of the most popular entertainers of all time.
44) Barack Obama
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Did you know Barack Obama's family comes from three different countries? His mother was born and raised in the United States. His father came from Kenya, in Africa. His stepfather came from Indonesia.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Hillary Rodham Clinton has had significant "firsts": First Lady of the United States and the first female candidate for a major political party to run for president of the United States. She has endured her share of scandals and is a celebrated former secretary of state, senator, and political activist. Young readers will learn more about the politician's life and accomplishments through easy-to-follow text accompanied by dynamic full-color photographs...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
China Anne McClain started singing and acting from a young age. A talented musician, who with her sisters formed the pop group McClain, China has also appeared in major motion pictures as well popular television shows. In 2014, she won an Image Award for her work as a young African American actress. Through simple text and colorful photos, readers will be enthralled by McClain's success story. A Words to Know section in the beginning of the text helps...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, was born in Berkshire, England, to a middle-class family. She had no aspirations to be royalty. Now married to Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, "Kate" is a mother, an activist, and a style icon. Young readers will learn about her early life in England, the issues that are important to her, and how she became the subject of a modern-day fairy tale. Easy-to-follow text is supported by full-color photos and quotes from...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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When President Barack Obama nominated Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court of the United States, the country celebrated. Not only would the Supreme Court welcome its third woman justice but also its first Hispanic member. Many Americans saw the appointment of the first Hispanic justice as an important step in the civil rights movement.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
When Neil Armstrong set foot upon the moon in 1969, it was the end result of an effort that involved several years, billions of dollars, and hundreds of thousands of people. The First Moon Landing examines this historic event from multiple perspectives, including those of Armstrong himself, computer programmer Margaret Hamilton, and engineer Tom Kelly. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
From the business world to the television screen, Donald John Trump leaves a big impression wherever he goes. After making his family's New York real estate business a household name and hosting a successful TV series, he became the Republican candidate for president of the United States in 2016. Young readers will learn more about the businessman-turned-politician's life and careers through easy-to-follow text accompanied by dynamic full-color photographs,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Rihanna is known world over as a music icon, but she is more than just a pop princess. Over the past ten years, Rihanna has worked hard to break stereotypes, develop a definitive style, and maintain creative control of her music. In the process, she's won dozens of awards, including eight Grammys. Young readers will learn about the musician and businesswoman's life through easy-to-follow text accompanied by dynamic full-color photographs, as well...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In 2015, the US Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage throughout the country in the decision in the case Obergefell v. Hodges. The Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage examines this historic event from multiple perspectives, including those of Jim Obergefell, one of the men involved in the case, activist Edith Windsor, and the Supreme Court justices who decided the case. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From daring war spies to revolutionary politicians, this book introduces remarkable individuals in US history whose contributions were often overlooked. Colorful spreads full of photographs and sidebars support reader engagement and celebrate each hero's achievements.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Mary Church Terrell grew up after the Civil War with many opportunities. Although she received an excellent education and had a distinguished teaching career, Mary grew up African American in a segregated country. There were opportunities she did not have. Always determined, she joined the fight for equal rights. By lecturing, picketing, and writing she made her voice be heard and helped to end segregation.
55) Harriet Tubman
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
The Historical Heroes series introduces young readers to some of the most important individuals in U.S. history. Each book features easy-to-read text based on sight words, along with exciting photos to help inspire beginning readers.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
True or False? Benjamin Banneker used a telescope and mathematics to predict a solar eclipse. True! In 1789, Banneker calculated when the moon would pass between the earth and sun. And he did it without any formal math or science training. As a young boy, he worked on the farm owned by his father, who was a freed slave in Maryland. He helped to survey and plot out the site for the U.S. capital city, Washington, D.C. He also published several almanacs...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Question: Who was known as the First Lady of the U.S. civil rights movement? Answer: Coretta Scott King. She helped her husband, Martin Luther King Jr., fight for equal rights for African Americans in the 1950's and 1960's. After his death, she continued to speak out for peace and equality for all people.
58) Marian Anderson
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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True or False? Marian Anderson once received a standing ovation before she even sang her song. True! On January 7, 1955 Marian Anderson was the first black person to sing with the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. The audience applauded for five minutes before she could start singing.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Born Wardell Stephen Curry II on March 14, 1988, in Akron, Ohio, Stephen Curry may be the best shooter in NBA history. He is an NBA champion, an MVP, and a player at the top of his game, and he uses his stardom to give back to the community. Readers will be fascinated by the story of this tremendous athlete, told with simple text and supplemented with color photos. A Words to Know section helps prepare readers for vocabulary in the text, and quotes...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Lupita Nyong'o landed a role in her first major movie before she even graduated from Yale's acting school. From winning an Oscar for her performance in 12 Years a Slave to elevating unheard voices in her Broadway debut, this Kenyan-Mexican actor has certainly made a name for herself. But that's just the start for the groundbreaking woman. Both in front of the camera and on a stage, Lupita is a role model for children and works to stand up for the...
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