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Little people, big dreams
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Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel (María Isabel
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| 2016 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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Follows Amelia Earhart, whose strong will and self-belief helped her overcome prejudice and technical problems to become the first female pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Amelia's life.
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| [2016] | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 36 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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Large colorful illustrations accent this brief biography of the famous French fashion designer Gabrielle Chanel, known as Coco Chanel.
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3) Frida Kahlo
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| 0 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography KAHLO Frida |
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| 2016 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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When Frida Kahlo was a teenager, a terrible road accident changed her life forever. Unable to walk, she began painting from her bed. Her self-portraits, which show her pain and grief but also her passion for life and instinct for survival, have made her one of the most famous artists of the twentieth century. This story of her life features a facts and photos section at the back.
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4) Maya Angelou
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| 2016 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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Maya Angelou spent much of her childhood in Stamps, Arkansas. After a traumatic event at age eight, she stopped speaking for five years. However, Maya rediscovered her voice through wonderful books, and went on to become one of the world's most beloved writers and speakers.
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| 2017 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography CHRISTIE Agatha
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In the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the lives of outstanding people from designers and artists to scientists. All of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. The book follows Agatha Christie, who taught herself to read at the age of five, on her journey to becoming the most famous crime writer of all time. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts...
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j Biography PANKHURS Emmeline
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| 2017 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of the Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography PANKHURS Emmeline
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"Emmeline Pankhurst fought for women to get the vote, and inspired other women to demonstrate, go on hunger strikes, and protest for the cause. This inspiring and informative biography comes with extra facts about Emmeline's life at the back"--Amazon.
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7) Marie Curie
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j Biography CURIE Marie
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| 2017 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography CURIE Marie
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Explores the childhood of Marie Curie, who overcame adversity to become one of the most respected scientists in the world.
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8) Rosa Parks
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| 2017 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of the Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography PARKS Rosa MCPLD Palisade Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography PARKS Rosa
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Rosa Parks grew up during segregation in Alabama, but she was taught to respect herself and stand up for her rights. In 1955, Rosa refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her decision had a huge impact on civil rights, eventually leading to the end of segregation on public transport. Rosa was described as "the mother of the freedom movement". This inspiring story of Rosa's life is moving,...
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| 2018 | Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color), portraits ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography LOVELACE Ada
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Presents information about Ada Lovelace, from her childhood in England and her studies in mathematics to her development of the first computer programming language.
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| 2018 | Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography FRANK Anne
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Presents information about Anne Frank, including her childhood in Holland, her years in hiding, her death, and her legacy.
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11) Audrey Hepburn
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j Biography HEPBURN Audrey
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| 2017 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography HEPBURN Audrey
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Presents information about Audrey Hepburn, from her youth in Nazi-occupied Europe, through her rise to stardom in some of the era's most popular films, to her dedication to UNICEF.
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12) Ella Fitzgerald
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j Biography FITZGERA Ella
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography FITZGERA Ella |
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| 1 of 1 | TELL WPL Juvenile Non Fic | J PEOPLE BIOGRAPHY FIT |
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| 2018 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color), portraits ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography FITZGERA Ella
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Presents information about Ella Fitzgerald, from her youth mired in tragedy to her rise to stardom as one of the top jazz singers of all time.
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13) Georgia O'Keeffe
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| 2018 | Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrated (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography OKEEFFE Georgia
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Presents information about Georgia O'Keeffe, from her childhood in Wisconsin where she developed her fascination with nature to her exhibits around the world.
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14) Harriet Tubman
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j Biography TUBMAN Harriet
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography TUBMAN Harriet |
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| 2018 | Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color), portraits ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography TUBMAN Harriet
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Presents information about Harriet Tubman, from her childhood in slavery to brave escape to the North and her work to help others escape slavery.
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15) Jane Austen
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j Biography AUSTEN Jane
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| 2018 | Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography AUSTEN Jane
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Presents information about Jane Austen, from her childhood in the English countryside to how her own heartbreak became the inspiration for "Pride and Prejudice."
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16) Jane Goodall
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j Biography GOODALL Jane
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography GOODALL Jane |
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| [2018] | Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography GOODALL Jane
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"When Jane was little, her father gave her a toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. This inspired her lifelong love of animals, and she went to study them in the wild as soon as she could. Jane lived with chimpanzees in their natural habitat and became famous for her pioneering approach to research. She now educates the public on animal rights This moving book features stylish illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with...
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17) Josephine Baker
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j Biography BAKER Josephin
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| 2018 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography BAKER Josephin
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Presents information about Josephine Baker, from her childhood in St. Louis and her early career in New York to her rise to fame in France and her role as a spy in World War II.
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18) L.M. Montgomery
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j Biography MONTGOME L
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| 2018 | Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography MONTGOME L
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"Lucy Maud Montgomery lost her mother when she was very young. Left in the care of less-than-encouraging grandparents, she found comfort in reading, writing, and her imagination. When Maud grew up, she wrote about the childhood she wished she had, creating one of the best- loved characters of all time: Anne of Green Gables."--Back cover.
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19) Mother Teresa
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j Biography TERESA
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| 2018 | Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of the Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography TERESA
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"Mother Teresa was born in Skopje, Macedonia. From an early age, she knew she wanted to dedicate herself to religion. She was fascinated by stories of missionaries helping people and wanted to do the same. She spent the rest of her life caring for the sick and poor around the world and is now remembered as Saint Teresa of Calcutta. The incredible story of her life features a facts and photos section at the back"--Back cover.
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j Biography BEAUVOIR Simone
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography BEAUVOIR Simone |
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| 2018 | Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations, black and white portraits ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography BEAUVOIR Simone
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"When Simone de Beauvoir was a little girl, her father would proudly boast that she had the brain of a man-- whatever that meant. But later, after years of studying, Simone would write a book that challenged the role of women in society, sending show waves around the world."-- Back cover.
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21) Bruce Lee
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| 0 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography LEE Bruce |
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| 2019 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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A picture book presentation of the life and career of film actor and martial artist Bruce Lee.
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22) David Bowie
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j Biography BOWIE David
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j Biography BOWIE David
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| 1 of 1 | Crested Butte Juvenile Nonfiction | JB Bowie |
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| [2019] | Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of the Quatro Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography BOWIE David MCPLD Clifton Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography BOWIE David
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"As a child, young David had a head full of songs and ideas. He was inspired by the pop and mod scenes in Britain to pick up the saxophone. After earning his stripes in some of the coolest bands in London, David splashed onto the solo scene. His songwriting talent and musical skill made him one of rock and roll's all-time greatest artists."--Amazon.
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23) Dolly Parton
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j Biography PARTON Dolly
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| 2019 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography PARTON Dolly
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Little Dolly grew up in Tennessee in a family "as poor as dirt." She started performing at an early age, singing on local radio and television. After graduating high school, she moved to Nashville to pursue her singing dreams. Her managers wanted her to sing pop, but she followed her heart to sing and write country songs. Her heart was right--Dolly became a musical superstar, but she never forgot where she came from. She now uses her wealth to give...
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24) Mahatma Gandhi
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j Biography GANDHI
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography GANDHI |
| 1 of 1 | Bemis Children's | JB GANDHI,M SANCHEZ |
| 1 of 1 | SSCL Bud Children's | JB GANDHI |
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| 2019 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography GANDHI
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As a young man, Mohandas Gandhi dreamed of unity for all peoples and religions. Inspired by this idea, he led peaceful protests to free India from British rule and unite the country--ending violence and unfair treatment. His bravery and free thinking made him one of the most iconic people of peace in the world, known as "Mahatma" meaning "great soul." This inspiring story of the "Father of India's life features a facts and photos section at the back....
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25) Maria Montessori
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j Biography MONTESSO Maria
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography MONTESSO Maria |
| 1 of 1 | Bemis Children's | JB MONTESSO SANCHEZ |
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| 2019 | Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography MONTESSO Maria
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"Maria grew up in Italy at a time when girls didn't receive an equal education to boys. But Maria's mother was supportive of her dreams, and Maria went on to study medicine. She later became an early years expert - founding schools with her revolutionary educational theories and changing the lives of many children. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical...
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26) Mary Shelley
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| [2019] | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography SHELLEY Mary |
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When Mary Shelley was a little girl, she used to write stories beneath the trees in her garden. As an adult, Mary was inspired by this same imagination to create a ghost story, which became the famous novel: Frankenstein. This gripping book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the novelist's life. -- Amazon.
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27) Muhammad Ali
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| 2019 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography ALI Muhammad |
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Introduces Muhammad Ali, detailing how young Cassius Clay learned how to box and became a legendary athlete, civil rights activist, and global icon.
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28) Rudolf Nureyev
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j Biography NUREYEV Rudolf
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography NUREYEV Rudolf |
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| 2019 | New edition | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography NUREYEV Rudolf
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"Rudolf fell in love with dance as a child. But he was not allowed to go to ballet school until he was 17. There, he had to make up for lost time and hone his skills to compete with the other dancers. As a professional, he dazzled audiences with sensational performances and star power. He went on to become a world-renowned choreographer and master of perfection in dance. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts...
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29) Stephen Hawking
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j Biography HAWKING Stephen
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography HAWKING Stephen |
| 1 of 1 | Bemis Children's | JB HAWKING SANCHEZ |
| 1 of 1 | DC Delta Juvenile Biography | J B HAWKING |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| [2019] | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography HAWKING Stephen
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"When Stephen Hawking was a little boy, he used to stare up at the stars and wonder about the universe. Although he was never top of the class, his curiosity took him to the best universities in England: Oxford and Cambridge. It also led him to make one of the biggest scientific discoveries of the 20th century: Hawking radiation. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline...
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography WESTWOOD Vivienne |
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| 2019 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography WESTWOOD Vivienne
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"Vivienne Westwood always stood up for the outsider--even at school. When she grew up, she created a fashion philosophy that went against the grain and celebrated the music of the moment: punk. Vivienne became a world-famous famous designer by staying true to herself and speaking up for what she believed in. This inspiring story of the outspoken fashion designer's life features a facts and photos section at the back"--Back cover.
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31) Wilma Rudolph
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| 0 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography RUDOLPH Wilma |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2019 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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"Wilma was born into a family with 22 brothers and sisters, in the segregated South. She contracted polio in her early years and her doctors said she would never walk again. But Wilma persisted with treatment, and she recovered her strength by the age of 12. At school, Wilma showed a talent for basketball and sprinting, earning the nickname "Skeeter" (mosquito) as she ran so fast. Wilma was in college when she went to the 1960 Olympics. She not only...
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32) Zaha Hadid
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| 1 of 1 | TELL WPL Juvenile Non Fic | J PEOPLE BIOGRAPHY HADID |
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| 2019 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 32 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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"Hadid grew up in Baghdad, Iraq, surrounded by music. She was a curious and confident child who designed her own modernist bedroom at nine years old. As a young woman studying at University in Beirut, she was described as the most outstanding pupil the teacher had ever met. With her ... vision and belief in the power of architecture, she founded her own firm and designed [world-famous] buildings ... including the London 2012 Olympic Aquatic Centre"--Publisher...
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33) Alan Turing
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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34) Astrid Lindgren
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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"Learn how Astrid turned her love of books and telling stories into a career as a world-renowned author. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the inspiring writer's life." -- by publisher.
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35) Ayrton Senna
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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Little Ayrton couldn't keep still and was happiest behind the wheel of a go-kart-- or his father's car. He practiced hard through rain or shine to become World Champion of Formula One. Voted as one of the best Formula One drivers of all time, Senna also gave back to those in his home country, Brazil. His legacy lives on every time the engines start on a racing track. This inspiring story of the racing legend's life features a fact and photo section...
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36) Billie Jean King
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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Billie Jean King grew up surrounded by sports of all kinds. But the first time she played tennis, she knew she would become World No. 1. On and off the court, she strived for equality, blazing a trail for women in sports and showing the world that women's tennis deserved to be taken seriously. Billie Jean continues to teach young players the value of teamwork and the importance of equality in sports. This inspiring story of the tennis legend's life...
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37) Bob Dylan
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j Biography DYLAN Bob
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Clifton Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography DYLAN Bob |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 0 of 1 | TELL WPL Juvenile Non Fic | J PEOPLE BIOGRAPHY DYL |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Clifton Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography DYLAN Bob
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion- copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the inspiring story of this iconic singer- songwriter, poet and artist. Bob Dylan was born in Duluth, Minnesota. As a teenager, he played in various bands and, over time, his interest in music deepened, with a particular passion for American folk music and blues. Dylan moved to New York City in 1961, where he began to perform poetry...
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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Introduces Captain Tom, the veteran who raised over thirty million for the United Kingdom's National Health Service during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.
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39) Corazon Aquino
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations, portraits ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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In this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Corazon Aquino, the first female president of the Philippines. Little Cory was a shy, studious child with a great sense of justice. As a young woman and wife, she and her family felt compelled to speak out against the unjust leader who was ruining their country. Showing bravery, reliability and honesty, she led the revolution that ended the dictators...
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 1 of 1 | SSCL Bud New Children's | JB ATTENBOROUGH |
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| [2020] | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 32 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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As a young boy, David Attenborough became an avid collector of fossils and plants. His great love for living things led him into science, and his passion for people led him to broadcasting television. Determined to make the wonder of the natural world accessible to everyone, David changed the way we thing about our planet. This inspiring story features a facts and photos section at the back.
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41) Elton John
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| 0 of 1 | MCPLD Clifton Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography JOHN Elton |
| 0 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 1 of 1 | SSCL Bud Children's | JB JOHN |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations, portraits ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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As a child, Elton started playing his grandmothers piano in Harrow, London. He could pick tunes out by ear and was soon attending lessons at the Royal Academy. After answering an advertisement in a newspaper, Elton teamed up with a lyric-writing buddy: Bernie Taupin. The rest was history. Elton's songwriting talent, musical skill and dazzling outfits have made him one of the all-time greats. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations...
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 1 of 1 | SSCL Bud New Children's | JB SHACKLETON |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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"A picture-book biography of Ernest Shackleton, who, when he "was young, ... longed for a life of adventure. After a career in the Merchant Navy, he joined a landmark expedition to try to reach the South Pole for the first time in history. Although he had to go home early, he never gave up. His own expeditions set new records for the closest anyone had ever been to the South Pole, and he is remembered now as a courageous and inspirational leader"--Publisher...
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43) Evonne Goolagong
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j Biography GOOLAGON Evonne
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Children's | j Biography GOOLAGON Evonne |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Children's j Biography GOOLAGON Evonne
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"Evonne grew up on a hot, dusty farm in Australia. She was the third of eight children, and descendant of the Wirundjuri people, who have lived on the land for more than 60,000 years. Her talent for tennis was discovered at a local tennis club, and before she knew it, the girl dreaming about the place called "Wimbledon" was playing on center court. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a...
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44) Greta Thunberg
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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A biography of Greta Thunberg, who, when she learned of the climate crisis, stopped talking. She couldn't understand why people in power weren't doing anything to save our Earth. One day she started protesting outside the Swedish Parliament, creating the "School Strike for Climate." Soon, lots more young people joined her in a global movement that shook adults and politicians alike. She had found her voice and uses it to inspire humans to action with...
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 1 of 1 | TELL WPL Juvenile Non Fic | J PEOPLE BIOGRAPHY BAS |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 30 unnumbered pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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Jean-Michel Basquiat was born in Brooklyn, New York, to a Puerto Rican mother and Haitian father. When he was eight and recovering from a car accident, his mother gave him a copy of Gray's Anatomy, which sparked his interest in the human form. This biography of the world's most famous street artist features a facts and photos section at the back.
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46) Jesse Owens
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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The youngest of ten children, Jesse grew up working in the cotton fields of Alabama. Discovered by his high school track and field coach, Jesse quickly rose to fame as an athlete. He went on to challenge racism on the world stage at the 1936 Berlin Olympics and made new world records. This inspiring story of the athlete and activist's life features a fact and photos section at the back.
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47) John Lennon
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j Biography LENNON John
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Children's | j Biography LENNON John |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd | 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Children's j Biography LENNON John
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"Discover the life of John Lennon, the boy from Liverpool who dreamed of peace. When he formed a band while still in school, he couldn't have known they were about to change music forever. With their exciting new sounds, rebel attitudes, and gift for songwriting, everyone went crazy for The Beatles. Today, John is remembered not just as a musical icon, but as a champion of world peace. This book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra...
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48) Louise Bourgeois
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j Biography BOURGEOI Louise
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Children's | j Biography BOURGEOI Louise |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Children's j Biography BOURGEOI Louise
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When Louise was a little girl, her mother died. She learned to express her feelings through drawing--and when she grew up, she turned these drawings into sculpture, confronting her own fears through art. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the artist's life.
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| 0 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography KING Martin Luther Jr. |
| 1 of 1 | Gunnison Juvenile Nonfiction | JB King |
| 1 of 1 | Vail Public Library Juvenile Non Fiction | J 921 KIN |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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"Little Martin grew up in a family of preachers: his dad was a preacher, his uncle was a preacher, his grandfather was a preacher...so maybe he'd become a great preacher too. One day, a friend invited him to play at his house. Martin was shocked when his mother wouldn't let him in because he was black. That day he realized there was something terribly unfair going on. Martin believed that no one should remain silent and accept something if it's wrong....
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50) Pelé
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 0 of 1 | SSCL Bud New Children's | JB PELE |
| 1 of 1 | TELL WPL Juvenile Non Fic | J PEOPLE BIOGRAPHY PEL |
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations, portraits ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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In this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Pele, Brazil's all -time King of Football. With a sock full of rags for a ball, Pele honed his skills in a poor neighbourhood in Brazil. He believed that, one day, he would lead his country to World Cup victory - and he was right! With Pele and his super skills on the team, Brazil lifted the trophy three times. Today, he is widely regarded as the greatest...
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51) RuPaul
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| 1 of 1 | Basalt Juvenile Nonfiction | J BIO RUP |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 0 of 1 | SSCL Bud New Children's | JB RUPAUL |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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Even before little Ru was born, a fortune teller told his mum that he would one day be famous... It was only a matter of time before he figured out how. Playing dress-up was his favourite game, and thats where he felt most comfortable. Ru went on to study performing arts and then moved to New York to mix things up in a punk band. Later, drag was a way to express himself as an artist. He found success for himself, then wanted to help others find theirs....
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52) Steve Jobs
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| 2020 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations, portraits ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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At an early age, Steve fell in love with the possibility of the computer machine. He knew it had the power to change someone's life. Inspired to create a personal computer accessible for everyone, Steve went on to become one of the most influential inventors the world has ever met. This inspiring story of the visionary and entrepreneur features a facts and photos section at the back.
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53) Albert Einstein
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| 0 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography EINSTEIN Albert |
| 0 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 1 of 1 | SSCL Bud New Children's | JB EINSTEIN |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations, photographs ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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A biography of the scientist Albert Einstein.
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54) Andy Warhol
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| 0 of 1 | Basalt Juvenile Nonfiction | J BIO WAR |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Childrens Books | 1 volume : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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Little Andy was the tiniest and palest child of the Warholas, a humble couple from Slovakia who lived in Pittsburgh. Sketchbook glued to his hand, he loved every minute of drawing, but he was too shy to show his work to others, even to his family! As an adult he got a chance to publish his first illustration for a glamorous magazine. He turned his attention to the ordinary, like soup cans he ate from for lunch every day. He showed the world that the...
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55) Charles Darwin
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of the Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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"From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Charles Darwin, the scientist who changed the way people see the world. Although he didn't do very well at school, Charles Darwin was passionately curious about wildlife, humans and plants. After a journey to South America, he developed his landmark theory: that all living things are related. Today, he is regarded as one of the most...
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56) Charles Dickens
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j Biography DICKENS Charles
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography DICKENS Charles |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography DICKENS Charles
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A brief biography of author Charles Dickens.
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations, portraits ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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When Hans Christian Andersen was a little boy, he treated storybooks as jewels to be treasured. He wanted to perform on stage, but was always cast as the troll. Luckily, through theatre, he found a love for writing. He wrote about both the ordinary and fantastic, in stories like 'The Ugly Duckling' and 'The Little Mermaid', never talking down to children. This enchanting book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including...
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58) Iris Apfel
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j Biography APFEL Iris
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Children's | j Biography APFEL Iris |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Childrens Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Children's j Biography APFEL Iris
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Little Iris grew up with fashion and flair all around her-- from her grandparents' fabric collections to her parents' stylish boutiques. Exploring New York via the subway, she fell in love with the city's eccentric style as a young girl. As she grew into a young woman, she made it her business to bring, fun, color, and flair to life... and the freely express herself. This inspiring story of the designer and fashion icon features a fact and photo section...
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59) Kamala Harris
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j Biography HARRIS Kamala
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography HARRIS Kamala |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 0 of 1 | SSCL Bud New Children's | JB HARRIS |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography HARRIS Kamala
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Looks at United States lawyer, senator, and vice-president Kamala Harris. As a child, little Kamala marched for civil rights with her parents. She was encouraged to fight for justice and to make a difference in the world. From her career as a lawyer, to her time spent as a US senator, to her historic election to the White House as Vice President, Kamala has lived a life of firsts. But, she is determined that she won't be the last. This inspiring story...
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60) Malala Yousafzai
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| 1 of 1 | Gunnison Juvenile Nonfiction | JB Yousafzai |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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When Malala was born in Mingora, Pakistan, her father was determined she would have every opportunity that a boy would have. She loved getting an education, but when a hateful regime came to power, girls were no longer allowed to go to school. Malala spoke out in public about this, which made her a target for violence. She was shot in the left side of her head and woke up in hospital in England. Finally after long months and many surgeries, Malala...
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61) Marilyn Monroe
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j Biography MONROE Marilyn
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Children's | j Biography MONROE Marilyn |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (colour) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Children's j Biography MONROE Marilyn
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Little Norma Jeane grew up between foster homes, an orphanage, and a family friend's house - where she was forbidden from watching movies. Through her difficult childhood and teen years, she dreamed of becoming an actress. One day a photographer spotted her and gave her a modelling contract, and from this day she was 'Marilyn Monroe'. She was much-admired but suffered from pre-performance anxiety, which was a challenge for her in her career. Her films...
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62) Mary Anning
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| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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When Mary was little, her family was very poor. She used to help her dad to comb for shells and bones up high on dangerous cliffs. After receiving a book as a gift from a kind benefactor, Mary learned all about fossils. She continued to hunt for them and made the startling discovery of a complete skeleton of an ichthyosaur. Sadly, she wasn't allowed to study along with all the other men, but she carried on making her own discoveries - including dinosaur...
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63) Megan Rapinoe
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j Biography RAPINOE Megan
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography RAPINOE Megan |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Childrens Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations ; 25 cm | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography RAPINOE Megan
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Discover the life of Megan Rapinoe, the world record- breaking footballer and activist. Chasing a ball in the school playground, Megan discovered her calling at a young age. Even if she didn't always fit in at school, she was a star on the field- and her teammates thought so too. Her passion, skill and leadership took Team USA to Olympic Gold and a World Cup victory, while she continues to champion women's and LGBTQ+ rights and representation in sport....
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64) Michael Jordan
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| 0 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography JORDAN Michael |
| 0 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 32 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Checked Out
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"One of five siblings, Little Michael grew up facing competition in every game he played. When he failed to make the school basketball squad, he trained all summer long. The next year, he was the star of the team, and went on to become the most famous player of all time. By working hard to be the best, Michael encourages us to always shoot for our dreams. This inspiring story of the athlete and businessman features a fact and photo section at the...
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65) Michelle Obama
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| 0 of 1 | MCPLD Central Children's | j Biography OBAMA Michelle |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 1 of 1 | SSCL Bud New Children's | JB OBAMA |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Childrens Books, an imprint of the Quarto Group | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Checked Out/Available Elsewhere
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Michelle Obama grew up on the south side of Chicago. After her father was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Michelle worked to better the lives of others. When she met Barack Obama, she was already a trailblazing lawyer and activist. As an advocate for women, girls and those less fortunate, she became a powerful First Lady.
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66) Mindy Kaling
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j Biography KALING Mindy
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Children's | j Biography KALING Mindy |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Children's j Biography KALING Mindy
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When Mindy was a little girl, she loved TV comedy sketches; in particular, Saturday Night Live. At college, she studied theatre and met a friend with whom she created her first off-Broadway production. It was there she was spotted by the writer and producer of The Office (US) for the role of Kelly Kapoor. Mindy went on to write and executive produce hilarious episodes of The Office. She then went on to create The Mindy Project, and Never Have I Ever,...
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67) Pablo Picasso
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j Biography PICASSO Pablo
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography PICASSO Pablo |
| 1 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography PICASSO Pablo
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Little Pablo grew up in an artistic household and after drawing his first painting at nine years old. His dad was an art teacher and helped grow his son's talent, teaching him to use oil paints. He moved first to Barcelona and then to France, where he achieved significant success, and went on to becoming one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. His artistic style inspired many movements in art, music and literature, which we still...
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68) Prince
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j Biography PRINCE
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Clifton Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography PRINCE |
| 0 of 1 | MRLD Montrose Juvenile Easy Books | Lit |
| 1 of 1 | Pine River Juv Non-Fiction | JNF BIOGRAPHY / Prince |
| 1 of 1 | SSCL Bud Children's | JB PRINCE |
| 1 of 1 | TELL WPL Juvenile Non Fic | J PEOPLE BIOGRAPHY PRI |
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| [2021] | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Clifton Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography PRINCE
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion- copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Prince, one of the most iconic performers in music history. From a young age, Prince was obsessed with music. Even though he couldn't read it, his talent - whether on piano, drums, guitar or vocals - turned him into an icon. Combining funk, disco, soul and almost every other genre out there, his songs are some of the best-loved...
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Children's | j Biography FRANKLIN Rosalind |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Children's j Biography FRANKLIN Rosalind
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Born into a large, well-educated, and loving family in London, Rosalind grew up with a keen desire to do things that would better the lives of others. By the age of 15, she knew she wanted to be a scientist. Less than 20 years later, she took the world's first photograph of DNA, changing the future of science forever. This inspiring story of the pioneering scientist features a fact and photo section at the back.
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Childrens Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | Available from another library
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Presents an illustrated look at the life and career of United States Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
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71) Stevie Wonder
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j Biography WONDER Stevie
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| 1 of 1 | MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction | j Biography WONDER Stevie |
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| 2021 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Central Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography WONDER Stevie
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"At just 8 years old, it was clear that Steveland Judkins was going to be a star. Renamed Stevie Wonder for his astonishing talent on the piano and other instruments, he wrote and performed some of the biggest hits of the 1970s. Stevie became known for his inventiveness, his soulful voice, and the social commentary in his lyrics. He is a UN Messenger of Peace and remains one of the music world's most iconic figures. This inspiring book features stylish...
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72) Tenzing Norgay
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| 2023 | Frances Lincoln Children's Books | 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. | On Shelf MCPLD Clifton Juvenile Non-Fiction j Biography TENZINGN |
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"When Tenzing was young, he spent much of his childhood tending to the family's yaks and gazing up at the Himalaya mountains, dreaming of the day he would reach the top. Once he grew up, he joined many other Sherpas who were offering to take Europeans up the highest mountain of all- -Chomolungma or Everest. It was the chance he needed to make his childhood dream a reality. He went on many expeditions, some more dangerous than others, but Tenzing never...
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