"Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a rising star in the world of politics, and she is working hard to use her position as a lawmaker to speak up for what she believes is right and to help people who need someone to stand up for them. Through engaging main text, colorful photographs, and eye-catching quote boxes that highlight empowering words spoken by the woman many call "AOC," readers discover her story and are inspired to think about ways they can be...

"From the earliest days of her career, Lady Gaga has used her music to inspire people to love themselves for who they are. As readers discover the years of bullying that pushed Lady Gaga to become a force for positivity and inclusivity in show business, they are shown how musicians can create songs that really do make a difference in people's lives. The insightful biographical text and quotes from Lady Gaga also highlight the ways she's used her fame...

Athletes inspire people both on and off the field, and Megan Rapinoe understands her responsibility to use her fame and visibility to push for positive changes in her sport and in the world as a whole. Young sports fans will be captivated by stories of Rapinoe's soccer stardom, but as they learn about her game-winning goals, they'll also learn about her advocacy for equal pay, racial equality, and LGBTQ+ rights. These topics are presented in an age-appropriate...

"Some people are so famous they need only one name. Beyoncé has achieved this level of fame through her music career, her acting roles, and her activism. Her music has become a powerful form of representation for women of color, and readers discover this aspect of her life and career in great detail as they discover what makes her a role model for many people around the world"--

Chance the Rapper is one of the most famous figures in the world of hip-hop, and his desire to help people, especially young people, has helped him become a role model for many. His early life, career achievements, and the many ways he makes a difference are explored through a fun and fact-filled narrative and a graphic organizer that encourage young people to look for their own ways to help in their communities. Full-color photographs, eye-catching...

"Young people in dance classes around the world look up to Misty Copeland. She's changed the way people define who can be a successful ballerina, and she's become a vocal ambassador for healthy body image and strengthening support for African Americans in the world of ballet. Readers discover her . . . story through age-appropriate main text that encourages them to use their own unique talents to make a difference in the world"--

Words matter, and they can make a big difference in big moments. Amanda Gorman reminded us of this when she read her poem "The Hill We Climb" at Joe Biden's presidential inauguration in 2021. Readers look closely at the impact of this moment, but they also come to see that Amanda has been inspiring people through her writing for many years. Quote boxes highlight some of her most powerful words, and full-color photographs and a timeline help readers...

"Music is sometimes called a universal language. This means it's something that speaks to everyone around the world. . . One band that's bringing people together using this universal language is BTS. This group of seven men from South Korea has become one of the most popular bands in the world. No matter what language they're singing in, they inspire their fans with an important message: Love yourself. BTS is making a difference with their music,...

Jill Biden has been making a difference for many years-first as a teacher, then as the wife of Vice President Joe Biden, and now as First Lady of the United States. Readers are inspired to follow in her footsteps and use their own skills and passions to help others as they learn about her life and see suggestions for what they can do to make a difference in their own communities. A clear and concise timeline and full-color photographs add to this...

Russell Wilson is known for making big plays on the football field, but he's also known for making a big difference off the field too. His work helping children in his community has made him just as beloved as his big plays and Super Bowl success. Readers trace his NFL career and his charity work through biographical text that is supplemented by a focused timeline and quote boxes that highlight inspiring words from this popular quarterback. Photographs...