Big Buddy Biographies
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Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Carlos Pena Jr., and Logan Henderson make up one of today's most popular boy bands-Big Time Rush! This book takes readers on the boys' journey, from their auditions for Nickelodeon's Big Time Rush to their success as a band of the same name. Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and engaging text introduce readers to each boy's background and passion for music and acting. Also covered are the band's albums BTR and...
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Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and short, engaging sentences draw readers in to the fascinating life of pop star Carly Rae Jepsen! Readers will follow Jepsen's journey, from her family background and youth in Canada, to her success on Canadian Idol, leading up to worldwide fame with her catchy hit song "Call Me Maybe." Jepsen's albums are covered, including Tug of War and Kiss, as well as her work with Justin Bieber, Scooter Braun, and...
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Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter make up the electronic music duo Daft Punk! Readers will learn about their childhoods in Paris, their first band, Darlin, and their success as Daft Punk. Text covers Grammy Award-winning albums and collaborations with Pharrell Williams and Jay-Z. Table of contents, map, "Did You Know" fact boxes, "Snapshot" page with vital information, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and...
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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....
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Students will love reading about the fascinating life of singing sensation Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O'Connor – better known as Lorde! Text highlights Lorde's family background and childhood in New Zealand, her early passion for writing and music, and her Grammy Award-winning songs. 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...
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Students will love reading about the fascinating life of 2014 Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson! Text highlights Wilson's childhood in Virginia, his football days at North Carolina State University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and his success as quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks. Table of contents, map, "Did You Know" fact boxes, "Snapshot" page with vital information, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
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Students will love reading about the fascinating life of international music star Shakira! Text highlights Shakira's childhood in Colombia, her early love of music and writing, and her Grammy Award-winning albums. Also discussed is Shakira's role on The Voice. 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. Big...
