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When the Beat was Born 

Before there was hip hop, there was DJ Kool Herc. On a hot day at the end of summer in 1973 Cindy Campbell threw a back-to-school party at a park in the South Bronx. Her brother, Clive Campbell, spun the records. He had a new way of playing the music to make the breaks the musical interludes between verses longer for dancing. He called himself DJ Kool Herc and this is When the Beat Was Born.

Whoosh! 

Chronicles the life and achievements of the NASA engineer and inventor, from his childhood to his accidental invention of the Super Soaker water gun.

Who Was Frida Kahlo? 

You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was inspired by the ancient culture and history of her beloved homeland, Mexico. 

Alex Morgan 

Examines the life and career of United States soccer star Alex Morgan.

Harry Styles 

Tune in! Learn about British pop star Harry Styles and his accomplishments in the music industry in this short biography packed with photos and fact-filled Spanish text suitable for young readers. This profile is complete with an overview of his upbringing, his time in the band One Direction, and how he continues to be inspiring off stage.

Facing Feelings 

Spend an afternoon with Raina as she shares her artwork and tells stories about a range of topics spanning from her childhood to the creation of her graphic novels Smile, Sisters, Guts, Drama, and Ghosts!