Presents biographical information about American actress and singer Vanessa Hudgens, covering her upbringing, roles in "High School Musical" and "High School Musical 2," and success as a professional entertainer.
Profiles the life of the famous baseball pitcher, including his rapid weight loss in college, being the first pick for Washington, and his injury and reahbilitation months into his career.
Katie Davis traveled to Uganda for a short mission trip over the Christmas break of her senior year in high school. She found herself so moved by the Ugandan people and their needs that she knew it was her calling to return to care for them. She is now in the process of adopting thirteen children there, and has established the ministry, Amazima, that cares for hundreds more. Here, she shares her story.
"Contains current biographical sketches of athletes, authors, business leaders, entertainers, musicians, politicians, scientists, and more."--Provided by publisher.
"Presents the athletic biography of Kevin Durant, including his career as a high school, college, and professional basketball player"--Provided by publisher.
a first-hand account of the most extraordinary battle in the Afghan War
Meyer, Dakota
2012
A Medal of Honor-awarded Marine sniper shares the controversy-marked story of his heroic contributions during a 2009 Taliban ambush during which he saved a company of Afghan soldiers and Marine advisors, a victory that compelled him to disobey orders and assume command without reinforcements or artillery support.
