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From rescuing six baby wild turkeys at the bottom of a storm drain to capturing a ten-foot-long (3-m) boa constrictor slithering through a Florida neighborhood, animal control officers are devoted to protecting animals and ensuring the safety of people.
In this gripping book, young readers will meet the fearless animal control officers who share a selfless dedication to helping animals that are trapped, abandoned, or abused. Through action-packed...
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From a wildlife rehabilitator who cared for a hawk when its wing was broken to the team of workers who rescued hundreds of pelicans covered in thick, sticky oil after an oil rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, wildlife rehabilitators provide emergency care when animals need help the most. In this gripping new book, children will meet the brave rehabilitators who share a selfless dedication to helping orphaned, sick, or injured wildlife--including...
8) Chris Evans
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Chris Evans is best known for his roles in the Captain America, Fantastic Four, and Avengers movies. But how did he become an action movie hero? This book follows Chris's rise to fame through youth theater work and TV roles before making his break on the big screen.
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Dwayne Johnson is well known in the movie world for his role as Hercules, but he is also "The Rock", a professional wrestler. How did he make the transition from wrestler to action movie star? This book follows Dwayne's journey from high school football team and football scholarship, through wrestling champion, into TV appearances and the big screen.
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Scarlett Johansson has starred in movies of all kinds. Her fame as an action movie star began with her role as Black Widow in the Marvel movies. But how did she become such a versatile star? This book looks at Scarlett's career, from her childhood appearances on TV through theater work into movies and celebrity status.
11) Zoe Saldana
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Zoe Saldana wanted to be an action hero since she was a child. She has starred in many kinds of movies but is best known for her roles in Avatar, Star Trek, and Guardians of the Galaxy. How did she rise to fame? This book follows her story through dance classes, acting classes, and theater, to TV and movies.
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