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Simone Biles

2024
"[This book] is a . . . fan guide that follows [Simone Biles'] . . . journey to become . . . [a] famous gymnast. Discover what drives her, the pressures she has faced, and the struggles that she has overcome, as well as all the details of her . . . triumphs and her . . . routines"--OCLC.

Patrick Mahomes

2023
A biography on NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

The life of Geronimo

2024
"Geronimo--born Goyathlay--was a Chiricuaha Apache who fought for his people for more than 30 years. His determination to keep the Apache freely living in their ancestral homeland made him the last Native American to surrender to the United States government. Although he did not succeed in his aim of retaining his people's land, Geronimo was hailed as a hero by the Apache. Today, his bravery is remembered even by non-Natives. Historical black-and-white photographs, alongside accessible text, give young readers a glimpse into the life of this . . . freedom fighter"--Provided by publisher.

The life of Red Jacket

2024
"Red Jacket belonged to the Seneca Nation, which was part of the Iroquois Confederacy. At birth, he was given the name Otetiani. His English name came from the red coat the British gave him when he served as their messenger in the American Revolution. Although Red Jacket did not distinguish himself in battle, he used his skill as an orator to speak up about the problems the Seneca and other groups were facing. This volume . . . introduces young readers to a Native American hero who never stopped speaking up for his people"--Provided by publisher.

The life of Sitting Bull

2024
"To this day, Sitting Bull is remembered for his unwavering dedication to his people, the Lakota Sioux. Renowned for his bravery, Sitting Bull distinguished himself as a great warrior from an early age. He was also a spiritual leader to his people, and his visions gave them strength and hope. Historical black-and-white photographs bring the life story of this remarkable hero to life for young readers"--Provided by publisher.

The life of Osceola

2024
"Osceloa--born Billy Powell--was the son of an English trader and a Creek woman. Although not Seminole by birth, he was adopted into their tribe as a child when he and his mother moved to Florida to escape the fighting of the Creek Wars. As an adult, Osceola (his Seminole name) fought to help his people keep control of their ancestral homeland"--Provided by publisher.

Diana vs. Athena

battle of the goddesses
2022
"It's a battle of the hunter versus the warrior! Roman goddess Diana reigns over nature, fertility, childbirth, and the boundary between Earth and the underworld. The Greek goddess Athena is known for her wisdom and courage in battle. If these two goddesses were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top? Compare and contrast Diana's and Athena's strengths and weaknesses in this Mythology Matchup"--.

Loki vs. Hermes

the trickster showdown
2023
"It's a battle of the clever troublemaker versus the great thief. The Norse god Loki loves creating chaos wherever he goes, showing his power by stirring up trouble for the gods. The cunning Greek god Hermes serves as a messenger to the gods and Zeus's personal thief. If these to gods were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top? Compare and contrast Loki's and Hermes's strengths and weaknesses in this Mythology Matchup"--Provided by publisher.

Zeus vs. Ra

cosmic clash of the gods
2022
"It's a battle of the leader of gods versus the god of the sun. The Greek god Zeus controls the skies and can shape shift as he wishes. With his connection to the sun, the Egyptian god Ra provides life, warmth, and growth. If these to gods were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top? Compare and contrast Zeus's and Ra's strengths and weaknesses in this Mythology Matchup"--.

Jung kook

BTS singer and beyond
2024
Examines the life and career of Korean singer Jungkook from BTS.

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