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C. L Laney
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"Misty Copeland's journey to becoming the American Ballet Theatre's first Black prima ballerina wasn't easy. She faced many challenges, including starting dance at a late age, not having a typical dancer's body type, and growing up with abuse and poverty. Driven by her passion for dance, Copeland continues to inspire change in the world of ballet."--Back cover.
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"Growing up, Wilma Mankiller experienced many of the hardships facing the Cherokee people in the mid-20th century firsthand. She fought for change, and as the first female principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, her work greatly improved life for her tribe. Mankiller's legacy of compassion and dedication continues to inspire people in the American Indian community and beyond" -- Back cover.
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Themes: Biography, Animals, Autism Awareness, Inspiration, At age two, Temple Grandin was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Though this led to many challenges throughout her life, Grandin views her disability as a gift. ASD allowed her to see the world in a different way and make a connection between two seemingly unrelated areas: animal welfare and autism. Today, Grandin works to educate people on animal behavior and humane treatment....
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Themes: Computers, Technology, Hacking Hackers have found endless ways to break into computer systems. But this isn't always a bad thing. In fact, governments, companies, and schools rely on their own hackers to keep people safe. Learn more about how these experts use computers and coding to hack for good. Space 8™, a Hi-Lo nonfiction series for young adults, reads like an infinity of facts.
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Themes: Business Leader, Biography, innovation, Elon Musk is an entrepreneur with a unique vision. He builds businesses with the goal of solving our world's biggest problems. The books and video games he loved as a child inspire him to innovate. Though some people think his ideas are unconventional, Musk continues to work toward his vision of a better future.
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Saddleback Educational Publishing
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[2022].
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Elon Musk is an entrepreneur with a unique vision. He builds businesses with the goal of solving our world's biggest problems. The books and video games he loved as a child inspire him to innovate. Though some people think his ideas are unconventional, Musk continues to work toward his vision of a better future
