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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
960L
Language
English
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Description
"Deaf actor Millicent Simmonds captivated audiences with her performances in Wonderstruck and A Quiet Place. She has appeared in music videos, TV episodes, and at awards shows that have brought awareness to how deaf people experience the world. Learn more about this talented young actor and how she intends to give deaf people the space to tell their own stories"--
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
660L
Language
English
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Description
Takes readers through Taylor Lautner's rise to fame and teen idol status as an actor in the Twilight film series; discusses life and career highlights from birth to present day. The Stars of Today series introduces today's hottest celebrities to young readers. Each book covers a star's early life, rise to fame, and career highlights. Interesting quotes and anecdotes are captured in sidebars throughout each book. Additional features to aid comprehension...
7) Riker Lynch
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
690L
Language
English
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Description
Meet famous entertainer Riker Lynch! In this engaging title, readers will learn about Lynch's childhood in Colorado, his family's move to California, and the founding of the band R5 with siblings Rocky, Ross, and Rydel and friend Ellington Ratliff. Riker's acting career on shows such as So You Think You Can Dance, Glee, and Dancing With the Stars is covered, as is his success with R5 including album Sometime Last Night. Table of contents, map, "Did...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
780L
Language
English
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Description
You may know that Josh Hutcherson became super famous when he was chosen to play Peeta in The Hunger Games movies. But did you know that Josh: • bakes an awesome apple pie? • joined forces with Hunger Games costar Liam Hemsworth to jokingly support Team Haymitch"? • felt a deeper connection with the character of Peeta than with any other role he's played? Want to know more about the life of this talented celebrity? Read on to learn all about...
9) John Cena
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
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Description
"Engaging images accompany information about John Cena. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
690L
Language
English
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Description
You may know that Emma Stone has made movie audiences laugh and cry in a wide range of roles, from Superbad to The Help. But did you know that Emma: • loves computers and used to build her own websites for fun? • is a natural blonde who only started getting roles after she dyed her hair brown? • has a tattoo with a very special backstory? Want to know more about the life of this talented celebrity? Read on to learn all about Emma's childhood,...
11) Megan Fox
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Megan Fox is one of today's most popular young stars thanks to her amazing success in the Transformers movies. This book delves into her life and her career from her earliest roles when she was just a child through her latest movie projects. Readers will learn about her promising career, fun facts about her life, and her interests and hobbies outside of acting.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
630L
Language
English
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Description
Students will love reading about the fascinating life of actress and singer Laura Marano! Text highlights Marano's family background, her early passion for acting, and her role on Disney's Austin & Ally. Marano's work as a singer and songwriter is also discussed. Table of contents, map, "Did You Know" fact boxes, "Snapshot" page with vital information, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
740L
Language
English
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Description
You may know that Selena Gomez starred in Wizards of Waverly Place and rocks the music world in Selena Gomez & the Scene. But did you know that Selena: • got her big break in show business playing Gianna on Barney & Friends? • was named after Latina singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez? • thought she'd blown her screen test with the Disney Channel-only to be offered the chance to become a major Disney star? Want to know more about the life of this...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
870L
Language
English
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Description
In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the creators of several fashion lines, Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen. Follow The Olsens' story from their childhood in California, to their early years as actresses, to their founding of the mary-kateandashley, the Row, and Elizabeth and James fashion lines. Fun facts, a timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
15) Dwayne Johnson
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
240L
Language
English
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Description
In Dwayne Johnson, early readers will learn about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of wrestling and movie star Dwayne Johnson. Vibrant, full-color photos, and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they learn about his life.
A timeline helps readers identify major life accomplishments in Johnson's life, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. This title also features reading tips for teachers and parents,...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
At fourteen years old, Dwayne Johnson began training for the day when he would become the first third-generation wrestler in the World Wrestling Federation. But the wrestling ring wasn't enough for him. In this revealing biography, readers learn how Johnson used his strong work ethic to go beyond wrestling and find great success in Hollywood. Accompanied by full-color photographs and fun facts, the engaging text follows Johnson's life and achievements...
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Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
Formats
Description
From acting on Disney to winning three Grammy awards, Olivia Rodrigo is carving her own path to fame. And she won't let anything stop her from achieving her dreams. Olivia started acting at a young age, landing her first big role by age 10, and was soon starring in shows. But this was just the beginning! In 2021, she released her debut album, which earned her a spotlight in the music scene. This young star has so much she still wants to do—and...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
HL 530L
Language
English
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Description
Describes how Millie Bobby Brown rose to fame by playing the character Eleven on the Netflix TV show, Stranger Things and how she is using her fame to try to make the world a better place.
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Series
Language
English
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Kevin Hart is a well-known comedian and actor who has starred in television shows and movies for nearly two decades. More than a funny man, however, Hart works hard behind the camera and on stage as well. This lively and enlightening text will help readers understand the business behind the man and will allow them to understand the comedian better. Full-color photos from throughout Hart's life, along with quotes from the personality himself, will...
20) Selena Gomez
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
860L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Describes Selena Gomez, including personal life, acting career, and music career"--
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