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"In 2020, Kamala Harris became the first Black and South Asian woman to be elected vice president of the United States. But in 1952, Charlotta Spears Bass was the first Black woman to run for vice president. With key biographical information and related historical events, this Capstone Captivate book uncovers Bass's inspiring story and her historic political achievement"--
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"Raised in a skiing family, Mikaela Shiffrin seemed destined to be a skiing star from birth. In her very first Olympics, she became the youngest Olympic champion in her event. She would go on to compete in three more Olympic games. Learn about her journey to the Olympics, the challenges she faced, and how she has become an American Olympic skiing legend"--
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"As an influential leader in U.S. politics, Condoleezza Rice became one of the foremost authorities on the Soviet Union during the Cold War and served in advisory roles for two presidents. Her intelligence and drive led her to one of the highest-ranking jobs in the White House, secretary of state."--
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In the early 1940s, during World War II, Germany's Nazi regime expanded into neighboring European countries. In France, groups of anti-Nazi citizens, known as the French Resistance, fought to stop Germany's reign of terror. A brave woman named Nancy Wake became one of the movement's greatest assets as a spy. In her role, Wake often transported Jews to safe locations and rode her bicycle through German checkpoints to deliver messages and supplies....
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Ariana Grande was just eight years old when she set her sights on the stage. More than just a talented singer, Ariana is an astute businesswoman who knew what she had to do to make her creative dreams come true. What really makes this pop star stand out is her dedication to philanthropy. After the tragedy in Manchester, she helped raise over 13 million dollars for the victims with her One Love Manchester Benefit concert. Young readers will learn more...
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Country singer, actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian, Dolly Parton is a cultural icon. Coming from a large family without much money, music was her way to become a star. From moving to Nashville right out of high school, to receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award, you might think Dolly has done it all. But that's just the start for this star! Dolly is also extremely generous. She has started programs that give children free books, and she donates...
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Actress Meghan Markle is set to marry Prince Harry of Britain in May 2018. As a biracial actress, she faced a fair deal of struggles conforming to Hollywood's expectations of how she should look, dress, and speak. After landing a role in the hit show Suits in 2011, Meghan started to use her fame to speak out about equality. This biography explores Meghan's path to royalty and the challenges she faced on her journey. Age-appropriate text supports full-color...
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Learn all about YouTube star and fashion expert, Bethany Mota!
Bethany Mota is an American YouTube celebrity, fashion designer, and aspiring singer. Her YouTube videos show fashion purchases, outfit ideas, hair and makeup tutorials, DIY projects, and recipes. She has her own fashion line at Aeropostale, appeared on season 19 of Dancing with the Stars, and released her first single in October 2014. She has over 8 million subscribers on YouTube and...
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Emma Stone is one of the most sought-after actresses today. After moving to Hollywood at the age of fifteen, she hit it big with comedies like Superbad and Easy A. Since then, she has branched out, starring on Broadway and earning an Oscar nomination for the musical film La La Land. Readers will learn fascinating facts about the star, including how she used acting to overcome panic attacks as well as her work on behalf of cancer-fighting charities....
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Give your readers a fascinating biography about one of the most honored and respected actresses in Hollywood. This accessible, easy-to-follow book about Viola Davis provides an engaging timeline of the actress's life. Viola's early years helped shape the roles she chose as an adult. Playing everyday Americans such as wives, mothers, and hired help got her noticed by moviegoers and critics alike, and led to her becoming the only African-American woman...
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Fourteen-year-old Lisa Jura was a musical prodigy who hoped to become a concert pianist. But when Hitler's armies advanced on pre-war Vienna, Lisa's parents were forced to make a difficult decision. Able to secure passage for only one of their three daughters through the Kindertransport, they chose to send gifted Lisa to London for safety.
As she yearned to be reunited with her family while she lived in a home for refugee children on Willesden Lane,...
19) Breanna Stewart
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This exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of WNBA superstar Breanna Stewart. The book also includes a table of contents, a Paving the Way special feature, an At a Glance section, informative sidebars, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
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Breanna Stewart is a basketball superstar! She dominated in high school. Stewart then went on to play college ball for the UConn Huskies. From there she was tapped to play for Team USA in the Olympics-where she scored the last shot! Find out how Breanna overcame a difficult childhood to go on to achieve her dreams.
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