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2) Helen Hayes
Author
Publisher
Chelsea House
Pub. Date
c1990
Description
An illustrated biography of the celebrated actress.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Millie Bobby Brown rose to fame playing the character Eleven on the Netflix TV show, Stranger Things. Now she's using her fame to try to make the world a better place. Learn more about Millie's acting and activism!"--
7) Chuck Norris
Author
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 2
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books
Pub. Date
2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 12
Description
Most people know the name John Wilkes Booth, but few likely have heard of his elder brother Edwin. Find out about the brothers through first-hand accounts. Learn how alike and how different they were, and how each made a lasting impression on American history.
11) Morgan Freeman
Author
Publisher
Chelsea House Publishers
Pub. Date
c2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Traces the childhood and acting career of the Oscar-nominated star of such films as "Driving Miss Daisy" and "Seven."
12) Sidney Poitier
Author
Publisher
Chelsea House Publishers
Pub. Date
c1988
Description
Traces the life of the movie actor who won an Academy Award in 1964 and became a symbol of the breakthrough of black performers in motion pictures.
Author
Publisher
Lee & Low Books Inc
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"A biography chronicling the life of Ira Aldridge, an African American actor who is considered to be one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of the nineteenth century. Includes afterword and author's sources"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
At fourteen years old, Dwayne Johnson began training for the day when he would become the first third-generation wrestler in the World Wrestling Federation. But the wrestling ring wasn't enough for him. In this revealing biography, readers learn how Johnson used his strong work ethic to go beyond wrestling and find great success in Hollywood. Accompanied by full-color photographs and fun facts, the engaging text follows Johnson's life and achievements...
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
Kevin Hart is a well-known comedian and actor who has starred in television shows and movies for nearly two decades. More than a funny man, however, Hart works hard behind the camera and on stage as well. This lively and enlightening text will help readers understand the business behind the man and will allow them to understand the comedian better. Full-color photos from throughout Hart's life, along with quotes from the personality himself, will...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"He isn't just a phenomenal professional wrester. Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is also a businessperson and one of the most successful American actors ever. Follow his career from college football player to international superstar"--
Author
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 8
Description
"The star of Orange Is the New Black and Jane the Virgin, Diane Guerrero presents her personal story in this middle grade memoir about her parents' deportation and the nightmarish struggles of undocumented immigrants and their American children"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Born in New York City to Puerto Rican parents, Lin-Manuel Miranda's creativity was influenced by the vibrant city. He began writing his first musical while he was in college and has since gone on to win a Pulitzer Prize, two Grammys, an Emmy, three Tonys, and many other accolades. He is possibly the best-known name in modern theater. Through lively text and bright photos, readers will learn about Miranda's life, education, and accomplishments, as...
Author
Publisher
Heroes of Liberty
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
John Wayne was not just any movie star. He was the biggest movie star of all. Over the years, he played many tough-guy roles. And for many people, he became the symbol of what America is and what a man should be: loyal to friends, tough on enemies, generous, and fair. And when called on to defend what's right, a real man should be ready for self-sacrifice too. This is the true story of a boy who grew up in the rough wilderness of the West and rose...
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