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Before they were activists, they were just like you and me. From Frederick Douglass to Malala Yousafzai, Joan of Arc to John Lewis, these remarkable figures show us what it means to take a stand and say no to injustice, proving that any one person has the power to change the world.

As part of an elite team of Marines, Craig Grossi was sent on his most dangerous assignment to the Sangin District of Afghanistan. He expected to face harsh conditions and violence from Taliban fighters. What he didn't expect was meeting a stray dog with a big goofy head and little legs. From that moment on, they were inseparable; whether out on missions or back at the base, the dog named Fred went along. When the time came for Craig to leave Afghanistan, he knew that Fred had to leave with him no matter what.

A biography from YouTube sensation Caspar Lee (and his mom).

A detailed account of one of the strangest and most shocking episodes in American history. Stories of magic, superstition, and witchcraft were strictly forbidden in the little town of Salem Village. But a group of young girls ignored those rules, spellbound by the tales told by a woman named Tituba. When questioned about their activities, the terrified girls set off a whirlwind of controversy as they accused townsperson after townsperson of being witches.

Pocahontas was the special favorite of her father, the great chief Pawhatan. And when the English settlers came to Virginia, she became a "sister" to Captain John Smith, who was "adopted" into her tribe. She was permitted to move freely between the Indian and white worlds, and her life seemed perfect. But soon there was trouble. Pocahontas was kidnapped by the settlers, who forced her to live like a white woman. She yearned for her father to meet the colonists' demands so all would be well again.

An engaging look at how the animals, people, and seasons within an ecosystem are intertwined. To the Gitxsan people of Northwestern British Columbia, the eagle is an integral part of the natural landscape. Together, they share the land and forests that the Skeena River runs through, as well as the sockeye salmon within it. Follow the eagle mother as she teaches her eaglets what they need to survive on their own. The Mothers of Xsan series uses striking illustration and lyrical language to bring the poetry of the Xsan ecosystem to life.

Fais la connaissance de Karl le brouillard et assiste à un mémorable concerto pour vagues. Découvre les origines du mouvement hippie et utilise la technique du tie-dye pour recréer une tendance vestimentaire de l'époque. Admire l'emblématique Golden Gate Bridge et visite l'île d'Alcatraz et sa célèbre prison.

Visite le Musée égyptien du Caire et cuisine un koshari, version dragouilles. Admire la pyramide de Khéops et déambule dans le bazar Khan el-Khalili. Découvre le village pharaonique et amuse-toi à dessiner ton portrait comme dans les antiques fresques égyptiennes.

Imprègne-toi de l'esprit aloha en visitant la tour du même nom et tente de dompter les vagues de Waikiki. Gratte les cordes d'un ukulélé et apprends à danser le hula. Cuisine un bol de poké et explore les lieux de tournage de nombreux films et séries télévisées.

Apprends à faire le salut thaïlandais et profite des célébrations de la Fête de l'eau pour te mouiller de la tête aux pieds. Joue une partie de sepak takraw et visite le temple où réside le célèbre Bouddha d'émeraude. Admire l'architecture futuriste du Robot Building et fait tes courses dans un marché flottant.