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The COVID-19 pandemic

a coronavirus timeline
"In 2019 a new, deadly coronavirus appeared and quickly spread around the world. This issue biography follows the timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic, examines its impact on society, explains the US government's response, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Lizzo

breakout artist
2021
Melissa Vivianne Jeffersion, known professionally as Lizzo, started singing and rapping at age 10 and performed with several musical groups in her hometowns of Houston and Minneapolis. With her strong lyrics, danceable beats, and positive message, she's become one of the biggest solo musicians in the world.

Colin Kaepernick

from free agent to change agent
"Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick drew positive and negative attention for kneeling during the national anthem to protest police violence against minorities in 2016. Two years later, he made headlines again when he became a spokesperson for Nike. Explore Kaepernick's football career and his work as an activist"--Publisher.

Elon Musk

Tesla founder and titan of tech
2022
"Born in South Africa in 1971, young Elon Musk loved inventions. He later founded Tesla, SpaceX, and the company that would become PayPal. Read about how Musk became one of the world's most famous entrepreneurs"--Provided by publisher.

Greta Thunberg

climate crisis activist
2021
"Motivated by government apathy regarding climate change, 15-year-old Greta Thunberg held a demonstration that would ignite a global movement. Read more about Greta and the environmental movement that is changing the world"--Provided by publisher.

Lin-Manuel Miranda

revolutionary playwright, composer, and actor
Presents a biography of award-winning musical writer Lin-Manuel Miranda, covering his early years, the success of "Hamilton," and his rise to fame. Includes a timeline, color photographs, and a list of additional resources.

Greta Thunberg

climate crisis activist
Chronicles the life and work of Swedish climate activist and environmentalist Greta Thunberg, and details how her solo protest became a global movement for action against climate change. Highlights the praise and criticism she has faced, and features the speeches she has given around the world. Includes color photographs, a timeline, and additional resources.

Colin Kaepernick

from free agent to change agent
Explores the life and career of professional football player Colin Kaepernick, focusing on his actions of protest, the loss of his career, and his charitable efforts. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Never again

the Parkland shooting and the teen activists leading a movement
"This biography of a movement and the teen activists behind it delves into the quest for gun safety legislation in light of the . . . shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida"--Provided by publisher.

Martin Luther King Jr.

walking in the light
2019
Explores the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr., the African American who was the civil rights leader against segregation in the 1950s and 1960s.

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