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2) Barack Obama
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Reveals the story about the life and election of the first African American President of the United States.
3) Derek Jeter
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A biography profiling the life and career of Derek Jeter, shortstop for the New York Yankees.
5) Shaun White
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Shaun White has been riding boards since he was four years old...first a boogie board in the California surf, then a skateboard on his brother's ramp in the backyard, and finally a snowboard. He was so talented that, at seven years old, his parents entered him in his first amateur snowboarding contest, which he won. At thirteen he turned pro. Nicknamed "The Flying Tomato, " by his mentor, skateboarder Tony Hawk, White went pro in skateboarding at...
8) George Lucas
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Examines the personal life, career, and success of the creator of the "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" movies, whose technological innovations have had a major impact on the film industry.
9) Bill Gates
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A biography of Bill Gates including his childhood, his early work in computers, the founding of Microsoft and the expansion of the company, his private life, and future prospects.
11) Steven Spielberg
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Explores the public and private lives of Steven Spielberg, who has combined popular storytelling with artistic creativity to become hailed as the most successful film director in the world.
17) Fidel Castro
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Profiles the long-time Communist leader of Cuba.
18) George W. Bush
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Profiles the life of the Texas governor, including his childhood, education, involvement in the military, personal life, business and outside interests, and campaign for the 2000 Republican presidential nomination.
19) R. L. Stine
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The life of best-selling young adult horror author R.L. Stine including his childhood, the evolution of his writing career, and his popularity with both boys and girls.
20) Lady Gaga
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Chronicles the pop singer's rise to fame, from her childhood and early career to her provocative and popular innovations in music, fashion, and performance.
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