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Athletes and the sports they play are popular across generations. Black athletes throughout time have become legends in their sports. They help shape the game, create change, and continue to break barriers in sports where they've been historically underrepresented. Their talent and passion inspire present and future players. Find out more about athletes such as Simone Manuel, Satchel Paige, and Maya Moore and celebrate their achievements in sports.

Activism focuses on changing systems. Black activists address injustices in everything from education to the environment. Throughout history, activists have led protests, researched policies, organized community members, and more to transform the world around them. Shine a light on how activists such as Mari Copeny, John Legend, and Marian Wright Edelman have led change in their communities and worked to make justice possible for everyone.

Black politicians have served in all levels of the United States government. As mayors, congresspersons, president, and more, Black politicians have created policies and initiatives to better serve community members. They have also addressed issues such as access to education, criminal justice, and affordable housing. Celebrate politicians such as Kamala Harris, Cory Booker, Ilhan Omar, and Maynard Jackson Jr. who have made astounding achievements in politics.

How much do you know about Sojourner Truth? Find out the facts you need to know about this women's rights activist. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

How much do you know about Harriet Tubman? Find out the facts you need to know about this conductor on the Underground Railroad. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

LeBron James worked hard to become a National Basketball Association (NBA) star. Now he uses his fame to give back to others. Learn more about how James rose to the top of the NBA!

Stephen Curry is one of the top players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Now he uses his fame to give back to others.

How much do you know about Booker T. Washington? Find out the facts you need to know about this famous teacher and leader. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

How much do you know about Susan B. Anthony? Find out the facts you need to know about this activist in the women's right to vote movement. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

No one knows quite as much about friendship fails, facing bullies and being TOTALLY embarrassed, then comedian Rosie Jones. You name a COMPLETELY AWKWARD situation, and she's been there, got the t-shirt and probably done it all again! Rosie knows just how much it SUCKS to grow up, but also how much fun starting a new school and meeting new people can be. So sit back, grab a packet of crisps and crunch your way through this super handy guide to making friends, beating the bullies and dealing with those tricky 'big things'.

De la serie Mis Pequeños Héroes, llega el audiolibro de Clara Campoamor, la mujer que logró cambiar las leyes españolas para que todas las mujeres pudieran ejercer su derecho a voto. La mayoría de héroes que conocemos son seres extraordinarios con poderes mágicos y una capa ondeando en sus hombros. Pero también existen héroes de carne y hueso que algunas veces se equivocan y otras aciertan a lo grande. Clara Campoamor fue una de ellos. Sus poderes fueron un gran sentimiento de justicia y un infatigable compromiso con la lucha contra la desigualdad entre mujeres y hombres.