philanthropists

From her hit songs and her makeup line to her role on Only Murders in the Building, Selena Gomez is known for being a talented singer, actress, and businesswoman. However, she's much more than just those things. She's doing her part to raise awareness about kidney disorders after needing a kidney transplant herself, and she's started a mental health initiative to fight the stigma around this issue. Readers are introduced to all these facets of this superstar through accessible main text, quote boxes, and graphic organizers, including a list of ways to follow in her footsteps and help others.

John Cena began his rise to fame in the world of professional wrestling, and although he still is seen in the ring, he's now often seen on movie screens too. When he's not making movies or perfecting wrestling moves, though, he's often helping sick children through his work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. He's also supported causes such as Black Lives Matter, antibullying campaigns, and breast cancer research. Accessible text, colorful photographs, and quote boxes explore these facets of his life, and readers are sure to be inspired to find their own ways to make a difference.

"This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Dolly Parton. Readers learn about Parton's early life, her award-winning success in both country and pop music and in film, and her philanthropic work for children through her Dollywood Foundation"--Provided by publisher.

Describes how Pharrell Williams uses his fame to help others.

Describes how Matt Damon uses his fame to help others.

"This book examines the life of Oprah Winfrey in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter"--Provided by publisher.

"Perhaps best known for being a former First Lady, Michelle Obama is also an incredible leader, writer, and advocate. Readers of this . . . volume get a . . . look into her life--from growing up in Chicago's South Side and later attending Princeton University and Harvard Law School to the release of her . . . autobiography Becoming. Photographs and . . . text give readers an appreciation for the hard work of a woman who has supported many causes and inspired countless people"--Provided by publisher.

Between the Mountain and the Sky shows us the goodness that is possible when a single person?regardless of age?takes action to help another and, in the process, changes the lives of hundreds.

"Perhaps best known for being a former First Lady, Michelle Obama is also an incredible leader, writer, and advocate. Readers of this . . . volume get a . . . look into her life--from growing up in Chicago's South Side and later attending Princeton University and Harvard Law School to the release of her . . . autobiography Becoming. Photographs and . . . text give readers an appreciation for the hard work of a woman who has supported many causes and inspired countless people"--Provided by publisher.

"...tells the story of the woman who spurred Andrew Carnegie's transformation from ruthless industrialist into the world's first true philanthropist."--Front flap.