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An elementary introduction to the life, work, and popularity of Robert Griffin III, Washington Redskins quarter-back who emerged as a professional football star as a rookie in 2012.

Presents a brief biography of the American rap artist, DeAndre "Soulja Boy Tell 'Em" Way, written in simple text with full-color photographs, and includes a description of his childhood, family life, talent, and industry success. Includes chronology and discography.

Offers a brief overview of the life of "American Idol" contestant David Archuleta, discussing his childhood, family life, experiences on "American Idol," singing career, charity work, and other related topics.

Eric LeGrand reflects on his life, discussing his childhood, family, success in high school and college sports, football injury which resulted in paralysis, rehabilitation, and more.

Describes the experiences of teenage cyber athlete Bryan "Legit" Rizzo, and examines the world of professional gaming.

Discusses the career and life of actress Jennifer Lawrence.

Tells the life story of singer JoJo, describing her humble beginnings, the music she sang as a young child, her start in the music business, her struggles at school, her relationship with her parents, her venture into acting, and other topics.

Offers a brief overview of the life and career of actress Jennifer Lawrence discussing her childhood, family, education, performances and awards.

Provides information about the life and career of Australian actor Liam Hemsworth, discussing his family, work in the movies, and fame as one of the stars of the hit film "The Hunger Games.".

Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and short, engaging sentences draw readers in to the fascinating life of Glee star Chris Colfer! Readers will learn about Colfer s family background and youth in California, his early interest and talent in acting, and his struggle with being bullied in school. Colfer s role as Kurt Hummel on the hit television show Glee is discussed, as well as Colfer s acting awards. Also covered are Colfer s novels and screenplays, such as the movie Struck By Lightning. Features include table of contents, map, fact boxes, facts page with Colfer s vital information, glossary, and index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.