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2) Judge Judy
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Judge Judy. Readers learn about Judge Judy's early life, her beginnings as a prosecutor in New York's family court system and family court judge, to her award-winning television series Judge Judy.
4) Mr. Rogers
Author
Publisher
Aladdin Paperbacks
Pub. Date
2004
Physical Desc
199 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Details the childhood of Fred Rogers, host of the popular, long-running public television children's show, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Mister Rogers is one of the most beloved television personalities ever, but before he was the man who brought us "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood", he was just little Freddie Rogers. You Are My Friend tells how Fred was a sickly and lonely child. At school, he was bullied and had trouble making friends and expressing his feelings. His parents and grandparents encouraged Fred to ask for help and explore his world. When Fred grew up he became a champion...
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
105 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the life and career of Julia Child, who was the author of Mastering the Art of French Cooking and became one of the most well-known television cooking chefs.
Author
Publisher
RP Kids
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
This official picture book biography of the iconic American painter and TV host shows how he fell in love with painting and wanted to inspire others to find joy in their happy accidents.
Author
Publisher
Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Mister Rogers. Readers learn about Mr. Rogers's early life, his beginnings in educational programming with The Children's Corner and his 31 years in Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Author
Publisher
Page Street Kids
Pub. Date
2022
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
Portraying the life of Fred Rogers, this picture book biography focuses on his most memorable songs and musical television moments that celebrate the enduring magic of his music and encourage children to brighten their own lives with song.
Author
Publisher
Calkins Creek, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color); 29 cm
Language
English
Description
"In Paris, Julia devoured recipe books, shopped in outdoor markets, consumed all kinds of foods, and whipped through culinary school. And although she wasn't always successful in the kitchen, she was determined to "master the art" of French cooking. Through perseverance and grit, Julia became a chef who shared her passion with the world, making cooking fun, and turning every meal into a special event." --Publisher's website.
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Pub. Date
[2020]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 30 cm
Language
English
Description
"The first ever picture book biography about the inimitable Fred Rogers, beloved creator and star of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood"--
16) Bob Ross
Author
Series
Publisher
Golden Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
This Little Golden Book biography is about Bob Ross, the beloved painter with a big head of hair and an even bigger heart! Bob Ross was the soft-spoken painter of happy little trees and the star of the most popular televised art show ever, "The Joy of Painting." A perfect read-aloud for preschoolers and kindergarteners that will be just as enjoyable for parents and grandparents who recall watching Bob Ross.
17) It's Trevor Noah: born a crime : stories from a South African childhood ; adapted for young readers
Author
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
294 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
51 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm
Language
English
Description
"Ken Jennings is considered the greatest of all-time contestants on Jeopardy! and became a household name after his impressive 74-game winning streak. After the passing of longtime host Alex Trebek, Jennings became the first guest to host Jeopardy! Read more about Ken Jennings and his curious life in this Who HQ Now biography." --Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"On June 16, 2015, Donald Trump announced his candidacy for president of the United States. The celebrity businessman and reality TV show host went on to win the presidency in 2016. Trump has led a varied career, from his many business enterprises to his role as host in the reality TV show The Apprentice. As chairman of The Trump Organization, his net worth is estimated at more than $4 billion. Trump's outspoken personality caused controversy and...
20) RuPaul
Author
Series
Little people big dreams volume 61
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Even before little Ru was born, a fortune teller told his mum that he would one day be famous... It was only a matter of time before he figured out how. Playing dress-up was his favourite game, and thats where he felt most comfortable. Ru went on to study performing arts and then moved to New York to mix things up in a punk band. Later, drag was a way to express himself as an artist. He found success for himself, then wanted to help others find theirs....
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