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Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Michelle Obama.

Learn about the life of Barack Obama and his contributions to the United States of America.

Meet Scott Kelly, who lived for a year in space! Follow Kelly's story as he moves from a career as a volunteer Emergency Medical technician to his service in the United States Navy and on to NASA where, with his identical twin brother Mark, spent one year on the International Space Station and part of the Twins Study. Infographics, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

A board book that introduces Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the United States.

Examines the life and career of Barry Bonds, the San Francisco Giants baseball player who holds the record for most home runs in a season and is the first to win five Most Valuable Player Awards.

A guide to teaching students how to handle feedback using the children's book "Thanks for the Feedback ... (I think!)," featuring games and activities teachers can use in their K-6 classrooms. Includes CD-ROM.

Astronaut Scott Kelly shares details about his life, discussing his childhood in New Jersey, training, space missions, and more.

"A collection of . . . intimate photographs of Michelle Obama, coupled with personal reflections and behind-the-scenes stories from official White House photographer . . . Amanda Lucidon, presented in a . . . format for young readers"--Provided by publisher.

Adapted from the memoir of NASA astronaut Scott Kelly, who spent a record-breaking year in space.

"Stephen Colbert became famous through his television show, 'The Colbert report,' before becoming the host of 'The late show' and using his political humor to rise to the top of the late-night ratings. Readers not only learn about Colbert's early life and rise to fame, but also the ways he has made his shows successful. In-depth sidebars augment the informative text to show all the facets of Colbert's personal and professional life"--Provided by publisher.