Gateway biographies

"King Charles III became king in September 2022. He is the oldest person to assume the British throne. Find out more about his life, including his early years, his life as a prince, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Delve into the life and career of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the second woman justice appointed to the US Supreme Court. Ginsburg endured great adversity: from anti-Semitism to gender discrimination: to achieve her Supreme Court appointment. Follow her journey to Supreme Court Justice, and learn how she became a national spokesperson for treating people equally under the law. This revised edition uses primary and secondary sources, including quotes and childhood stories, to reflect on the experiences and accomplishments of one of the United States's most influential people. A detailed timeline and further information section make this title a valuable resource for young readers eager to learn about this iconic figure.

"Readers learn about one of the most celebrated and inspiring physicists of all time, delving into Hawking's life story, cosmological discoveries, and disability activism"--Provided by publisher.

"Mexican artist Frida Kahlo has become an icon for Chicanos as well as for the feminist and LGBTQ+ movements. Learn more about her life as an artist and political activist"--Provided by publisher.

Forced into exile in India after Tibet's attempted revolt against occupying Chinese forces, the Dalai Lama launched a nonviolent campaign against the occupation that earned him a Nobel Peace Prize in 1989. He remains an icon of peace.

"Poet Amanda Gorman delivered her poem 'The Hill We Climb' at the 2021 presidential inauguration, winning wide acclaim. Read about Gorman's early life, her children's and poetry books, and what she plans to do next"--Provided by publisher.

"Four-time NBA champion LeBron James has been a basketball superstar since high school. Learn about his journey to become an all-time NBA great and his life of activism off the court"--Provided by publisher.

"Four-time NBA champion LeBron James has been a basketball superstar since high school. Learn about his journey to become an all-time NBA great and his life of activism off the court"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life and career of Google co-founder Sergey Brin.

"Her songs have been streamed millions of times, and winning five Grammy awards in 2020 cemented Billie Eilish as her generation's biggest pop star. Read about her musical beginnings and her rise to fame"--Provided by publisher.