Exceptional African Americans | Haltom City Public Library

1) Barack Obama: first African-American president

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Taylor, Charlotte

2) Laila Ali: Champion Boxer

Author

Graubart, Norman D

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The daughter of famous boxing legend Muhammad Ali, Laila Ali is a boxing icon in her own right. But she is also a television personality and an advocate for health and fitness for women. Learn all about this inspiring woman and her amazing life.

3) LeBron James: Basketball Champion

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Feinstein, Stephen

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Exceptional African Americans

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LeBron James is a living basketball legend. He is the youngest player in the history of the NBA to score 20,000 career points. He represented the United States in the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, and he is one of the most influential athletes in the world. Readers learn more about his rise to superstardom and his life on and off the court.

4) Beyoncé: singer, songwriter, and actress

Author

Kampff, Joseph

Series

Exceptional African Americans

Pub. Date

2016.

Language

English

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"Describes the life and success of Beyoncé Knowles"--

5) Crispus Attucks: a hero of the American Revolution

Author

Taylor, Charlotte

Series

Exceptional African Americans

Pub. Date

2016.

Language

English

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"Describes the life and contributions of Crispus Attucks during the American Revolution"--

6) Jay Z: Rapper and Businessman

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Kampff, Joseph

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Rapper, producer, and entrepreneur Jay Z is one of the most successful hip-hop artists in the world. Full-color photos and engrossing text detail his career and personal life, while a Words to Know section primes readers for new terminology.