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Heading Out: The Start of Some Splendid Careers
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4.3 out of 5
Based on 10 Ratings and 5 Reviews

Book Description
What do Russell Baker, Sammy Sosa and Nelson Mandela have in common? Fame, of course, but more importantly, they were once kids. And when they were young they formed the beginnings of who they would be and what they would do when they grew up. This brilliant selection of excerpts from some of the most intriguing autobiographies offers a glimpse into meaningful moments in the lives of some very ... More
Book Information
PublisherBloomsbury USA Children's Books
BindingHardcover
Reading LevelYoung Adults
# of Pages200
ISBN-101582347875
ISBN-13978-1582347875
Publication Date01/04/2003
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About Gloria Kamen (Editor) : Gloria Kamen is a published author, editor, and an illustrator of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Gloria Kamen include Heading Out, The Hawkins Series, Take Me... more
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