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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"In Ellen DeGeneres, early readers will learn about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of comedian and TV superstar Ellen DeGeneres. Vibrant, full-color photos, and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they learn about her life"--
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Series
Language
English
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Ellen DeGeneres has dedicated her life to making people laugh. She is known as an entertainment pioneer and champion of the LGBTQ community. Ellen DeGeneres: Groundbreaking Entertainer explores DeGeneres's early life, rise to fame, and positive influence on society. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources,...
3) Jordan Peele
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Jordan Peele is an award-winning movie director. His movies combine humor, horror, and important lessons. Learn how his childhood impacted his career!
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Language
English
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"Lucy was not a proper little girl. She was sassy. She was bold. She was funny. She was a rule-breaking, chance-taking, comedy pioneer. Can't act? Can't sing? Can't dance? Lucy proves them all wrong - and then has the last laugh when she finally lets her inner funny girl shine. In 1951, the hit show I Love Lucy took television by storm, and has made millions laugh ever since. Lucy! is the true story of how Lucille Ball overcame the odds to become...
7) It's Trevor Noah: born a crime : stories from a South African childhood ; adapted for young readers
Author
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 11
Language
English
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Description
The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world.
10) Lucille Ball
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Series
Publisher
Golden Books, an imprint of Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"This Little Golden Book about Lucille Ball--television star, comedian, producer, and the first woman to own a major studio--is a celebration of a true trailblazer!"--
12) Jordan Peele
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Jordan Peele is a groundbreaking moviemaker. His unique horror films explore important issues while drawing huge crowds. He was also the first Black screenwriter to win an Oscar. This book explores his life and his fascinating films. A table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, filmography, and sidebars are included in this title"--
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Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favorite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and also blockbuster movies like Toy Story 4 and The Proposal. Over her decades-long career, Betty White won Emmy awards, was named an honorary mayor of Hollywood, earned a star on the Walk of Fame, and set the Guinness World Record for woman...
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Series
Publisher
Essenial Library an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Childish Gambino, the musical alter ego of Donald Glover. Readers learn about Glover's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Glover's superstar career in television and film and the social commentary embedded in his art. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an...