television personalities

Simple text and illustrations provide a brief biography of Fred Rogers, the man behind "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.".

"Trevor Noah's unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison . . . 'Born a Crime' is the story of a mischievous young boy who grows into a restless young man as he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist. It is also the story of that young man's relationship with his fearless, rebellious, and fervently religious mother--his teammate, a woman determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty, violence, and abuse that would ultimately threaten her own life"--Amazon.com.

"Trevor Noah's unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison. .... Born a Crime is the story of a mischievous young boy who grows into a restless young man as he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist. It is also the story of that young man's relationship with his fearless, rebellious, and fervently religious mother--his teammate, a woman determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty, violence, and abuse that would ultimately threaten her own life"--Amazon.com.

Presents a brief overview of the history of political satire and comedy and offers a profile of current host of Comedy Central's "The Daily Show" Trevor Noah, discussing the shoes he had to fill taking over from Jon Stewart and his unique take on the role of the show's anchor. Includes a glossary.

The author, comedian Trevor Noah, shares his personal journey from his birth in South Africa to his job behind the desk at "The Daily Show.".

The author shares his personal journey from his birth in South Africa to his job behind a desk at "The Daily Show.".

Today, Oprah Winfrey is one of the richest and most influential women in the United States. But she began her life in poverty and endured some terrible experiences in childhood before her father helped her turn her life around. This absorbing volume traces Winfrey's life from her difficult childhood through her early success to her rise to fame and fortune. Age-appropriate text covers important social studies material, while colorful photographs enliven the text. Photo captions, sidebars, and graphic organizers enhance the main text.

"Find out about the life of American entrepreneur Oprah Winfrey from her childhood to breaking into the media and her many campaigns for change. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the life and career of TV star and producer Oprah Winfrey.

Looks at the life of Australian children's television personality and wildlife photographer, Robert Irwin.