David Stabler
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"Forget the moon landing, the Nobel prizes, and the famous inventions. When the world's most brilliant scientists were growing up, they had regular-kid problems just like you. Albert Einstein daydreamed instead of paying attention in class. Jane Goodall got in trouble for bringing worms and snails in her house. And Neil deGrasse Tyson had to start a dog-walking business to save up money to buy a telescope. Kid Scientists tells these stories and more...
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The kids who grew up to be president were like a lot of other children. Some struggled with schoolwork and got into fights; others pranked their teachers and infuriated their parents. William Howard Taft was forced to take dance lessons. Gerald Ford struggled with dyslexia. Teddy Roosevelt had a bedroom "museum" full of dead animals. "Kid Presidents" features 20 captivating true stories from the childhoods of American presidents, complete with lively...
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Profiles professional soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo, discussing his childhood, prowess as a soccer player, quick rise to the premier leagues, and accomplishments as a professional soccer player. Includes a list of statistics, a glossary, and further resources.
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A brief profile of international soccer superstar Lionel Messi, celebrating how he has won seven Golden Ball awards and, as of publication, has scored the most goals in international games of all other South American players. Includes photographs and a glossary.
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"No one was surprised when Dale Earnhardt Jr. began his racing career at age seventeen. His father and grandfather were professional racers, and he spent most of his childhood servicing cars at his dad's dealership. Now Dale was ready for his own turn in the driver's seat. He started out racing in the Street Stock division but would go on to win several NASCAR championships before retiring from driving full time in 2017. Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s passion...
12) Meet Ja Morant
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Chronicles the life of basketball players Ja Morant, and details his early life, college and professional career, and accomplishments. Includes color photographs, sidebars, a glossary, and additional resources.
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Briefly profiles Milwaukee Bucks NBA basketball star Giannis Antetokounmpo, known affectionately as the "Greek Freak" by fans. Covers his childhood in Greece, how he came to America, his fitness routine, Antetokounmpo's family, and how he helped his team win an NBA championship. Includes photographs and a glossary.
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Compares and contrasts the careers of NFL defensive linemen Reggie White and Aaron Donald, offering a look at each one's achievements and statistics to see who could be considered the greatest of all time. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.