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Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, often known as AOC, wrote her name in the history books in 2018 when she became the youngest woman ever elected to the U.S. Congress. Her fearless, meteoric rise from paycheck-to-paycheck to the House of Representatives and her tireless advocacy for a world inclusive of all peoples will fascinate readers"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
As one of the most powerful women in the politics, Hillary Clinton is known throughout the world. For eight years, she was the first lady of the United States. In 2000, she was elected to the U.S. Senate, becoming the first spouse of a former U.S. president to embark on a political career of her own. Today, she continues to serve her country as the U.S. secretary of state.
6) Tony Hawk
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces Tony Hawk, revealing information about his early life, inspirations, and his achievements as an extreme sports legend in skateboarding.
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Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Ruby Bridges was just six years old when she was chosen to be the first (and only) black child in the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in 1960. At the time, Ruby was too young to understand how the simple act of attending school would change the lives of many to come. Her courageous act left the legacy that given a chance, anyone at any age can make a difference in the world.
13) Barack Obama
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces Barack Obama, revealing information about his early life, inspirations, and struggles on the rise to greatness and describing his winning of the 2008 election for the president of the United States.
14) Joe Biden
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces Joe Biden, revealing information about his early life, inspirations, and his political achievement as the 47th Vice President of the United States.