Biographies

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Ruth Bader Ginsburg was only the second woman to be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Read about her path in life as an advocate for the rights of women and girls that led her to the Supreme Court. More →

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Scientists Who Changed the World

Scientists Who Changed the World is a series that looks at some of the world's greatest scientists and how their work and discoveries changed society at the time and influenced people in the… More →

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Selena Gomez

Talented actress and singer Selena Gomez has definite star quality. From her early start on Barney and Friends to her starring role on the hit TV show Wizards Of Waverly Place, Selena Gomez… More →

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Serena Williams

One of the top tennis players of all time, Serena Williams is both a powerhouse athlete and a philanthropist. This energizing title tells her inspiring story, from learning to play tennis… More →

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Shailene Woodley

Born in California, Shailene Woodley almost became an interior designer before landing a starring role in the TV series The Secret Life of the American Teenager. This book follows the… More →

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Shawn Mendes

From online singing sensation to international superstar, boy-next-door Shawn Mendes is one of the world's biggest young stars. Born and raised in Pickering, Ontario, Shawn first gained… More →

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Sheamus

Shephen Farrelly is better known to fans of the WWE as Sheamus, a Celtic warrior who became the first Irish WWE champion. Born and raised in Ireland, Stephen grew up playing a lot of sports.… More →

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Shirley Chisholm

Shirley Chisholm was the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress, where she served for seven terms. She worked to improve the lives of children in need and was an outspoken… More →

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Significant People of World War II

A worldwide conflict, World War II involved alliances between political leaders and military forces from many different countries, including the United States and Canada. This fascinating… More →

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Sir Isaac Newton

"If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants." This fascinating biography details the life and achievements of Sir Isaac Newton, a scientist and… More →

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Sonia Sotomayor

Sonia Sotomayor is the first Hispanic person to be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Read about her path in life that brought her to this high office. More →

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