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Author
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Pub. Date
[2010]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 5
Lexile measure
950L
Language
English
Description
A Newbery Medalist presents one of the most compelling rags-to-riches stories of modern times, in this biography of the legendary Little Tramp, Charlie Chaplin. Includes archival prints and photos.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
850L
Language
English
Description
The Three Stooges were the hardworking children of immigrants who discovered a love of performing at an early age. Starting out as a vaudeville act, they soon transitioned into movies, becoming a worldwide sensation in feature films and shorts. Never the critics' darlings, audiences loved them for their mastery of physical comedy and their willingness to do anything for a laugh. They remained popular over the years despite several personnel changes...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2023.
Lexile measure
970L
Language
English
Description
"From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favorite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and also blockbuster movies like Toy Story 4 and The Proposal. Over her decades-long career, Betty White won Emmy awards, was named an honorary mayor of Hollywood, earned a star on the Walk of Fame, and set the Guinness World Record for woman...
6) Chris Rock
Author
Publisher
Chelsea House
Pub. Date
[2000]
Language
English
Description
A biography of the popular comedian, known for his stand-up routines and for his role on the late-night television program, "Saturday Night Live."
Author
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 11
Lexile measure
780L
Language
English
Description
The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world.
11) Bill Cosby
Author
Publisher
Chelsea House Publishers
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Examines the life and show business career of Bill Cosby.
12) Robin Williams
Author
Series
Publisher
Chelsea House Publishers
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
A biography that examines the personal life and professional career of comedian and Oscar-winning actor, Robin Williams.
13) Robin Williams
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.9 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Profiles comedian and actor Robin Williams, whose award-winning career includes stand-up comedy work, the television series "Mork and Mindy, " and movies such as "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "Aladdin."
15) Tim Allen
Author
Series
Publisher
Chelsea House Publishers
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Lexile measure
1080L
Language
English
Description
Presents a biography of the star of the television show "Home Improvement, " focusing on how he turned his life around after serving a prison sentence for selling illegal drugs.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
Description
Charlie Chaplin sang on a London stage for the first time at the age of five. Performing proved to be his salvation, providing a way out of a life of hardship and poverty. Success came early and made Chaplin one of the best loved people in the United States until the McCarthy witch hunts drove Chaplin from his adopted country. This is a moving portrait of a multi-talented man?actor, director, writer, even music composer?and the complicated times...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 3
Lexile measure
1040L
Language
English
Description
Traces the life of the legendary film star, from his impoverished childhood in England through his years of success in motion pictures in the United States to his exile in 1952.
18) Jim Carrey
Author
Series
Publisher
Chelsea House
Pub. Date
[1998]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 3
Lexile measure
1190L
Language
English
Description
Describes the personal life and professional career of the comedian who has starred in such movies as "The Mask," "The Cable Guy," and "Batman Forever."
19) It's Trevor Noah: born a crime : stories from a South African childhood : adapted for young readers
Author
Publisher
A Yearling Book
Pub. Date
2020.
Lexile measure
780L
Language
English
Description
Looks at the life of South African comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host, Trevor Noah.
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