Kawa, Katie

"Athletes inspire people both on and off the field, and Megan Rapinoe understands her responsibility to use her fame and visibility to push for positive changes in her sport and in the world as a whole. Young sports fans are sure to be captivated by stories of Rapinoe's soccer stardom, but as they learn about her game-winning goals, they'll also learn about her advocacy for equal pay, racial equality, and LGBT+ rights. These topics are all presented in an age-appropriate way, with the help of Rapinoe's own words highlighted in quote boxes and bright photographs of this superstar in action"--Provided by publisher.

"Chris Evans is best known for playing a superhero on the big screen. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), he played Steve Rogers--also known as Captain America. In the movie Captain America: The First Avenger, this hero is described as 'not a perfect soldier, but a good man.' 'A good man' is a way many people have described Chris Evans too. He uses his voice to speak out about causes that matter to him. He also gives his time and money to help kids who are sick. These things and many more help make Chris Evans a real-life superhero!"--Provided by publisher.

"Brie Larson plays a superhero on the big screen, and she's also done many heroic things in her real life too. Readers explore her . . . biography--from her casting as Captain Marvel to her work on behalf of women's rights and equality"--Provided by publisher.

"George Washington and Alexander Hamilton were two of the most famous Founding Fathers. They fought for American independence and then worked to build the United States into a strong and stable country. Along the way, they also became friends. The story of their friendship--and how it helped shape the United States--is presented to readers through engaging text that balances historical context (supplementing social studies curriculum topics) with a relatable narrative. Featuring fun fact boxes, quotes from primary sources, and an eye-catching design, this high-interest look at history is sure to keep young readers entertained as they learn"--Provided by publisher.

"Taylor Swift first made a name for herself by writing love songs. However, she's become more outspoken in both her music and her public statements concerning feminism, political issues, and her place as a woman in the music industry. This change in her life and her music is documented in age-appropriate main text that is supplemented with quote boxes featuring empowering words from this famous singer. Vibrant and informative design elements include full-color photographs, a comprehensive timeline, and a list of ways young people can follow Swift's example and help make the world around them better"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life and career of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, focusing on how he helps make a difference on and off the field.

"Chris Evans is best known for playing a superhero on the big screen. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), he played Steve Rogers--also known as Captain America. In the movie Captain America: The First Avenger, this hero is described as 'not a perfect soldier, but a good man.' 'A good man' is a way many people have described Chris Evans too. He uses his voice to speak out about causes that matter to him. He also gives his time and money to help kids who are sick. These things and many more help make Chris Evans a real-life superhero!"--Provided by publisher.

"George Washington and Alexander Hamilton were two of the most famous Founding Fathers. They fought for American independence and then worked to build the United States into a strong and stable country. Along the way, they also became friends. The story of their friendship-and how it helped shape the United States-is presented to readers through engaging text that balances historical context (supplementing social studies curriculum topics) with a relatable narrative. Featuring fun fact boxes, quotes from primary sources, and an eye-catching design, this high-interest look at history is sure to keep young readers entertained as they learn"--.

"Learning about the LGBTQ+ community involves much more than just learning what each letter in this acronym stands for, and readers are introduced to the many different kinds of people who identify as part of this community as they discover facts about each group's struggle for basic rights and acceptance. Informative, empathetic text presents this sensitive topic in a way that's easy for young readers to understand, and fact boxes give them additional information about the struggles this community has faced in the past and continue to face in the present"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the discussion of whether we should trust what the news tells us.