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A biography of Jackie Chan, a martial artist turned stuntman and international film superstar, covering his early life and his career.

"An adaptation for middle graders based on the . . . adult memoir, 'My Beloved World,' in which the Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Sonia Sotomayor's details her achievements, which serve as a true testament to the fact that no matter the obstacles, dreams can come true. Includes an 8-page photo insert"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life of Mike Eruzione, the captain of the 1980 Winter Olympics United States hockey team that defeated the Soviet Union.

Introduces children to the life of influential political leader Condoleezza Rice, discussing her childhood, schooling, years as a teacher, influence on American politics, and other related topics.

Looks at the life of Supreme Court justice Sonia Sotomayor, discussing her career, volunteer work, and how her Hispanic heritage has shaped her choices and path in life.

Describes the life of Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic Supreme Court justice, discussing her childhood, education, legal career, and her nomination to the Supreme Court in 2009.

A look at the life and career of Sonia Sotomayor, from her childhood in the New York City projects to her selection as the first Latino and the third woman ever to sit on the U.S. Supreme Court.

The author recounts his growing up in poverty in Los Angeles, his encounters with racism in school and on the streets, and his struggle to overcome prejudice, drugs, and violence.

Provides brief facts about the lives of significant women, such as Florence Nightingale, Maria Tallchief, Ruby Bridges, and Malala Yousafzai.

A leveled-reader portrait of Sonya Sotomayor describes her remarkable career and the obstacles she overcame to become America's first Hispanic Supreme Court Justice.