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Who is Jenna Ortega?

Anderson, Kirsten,


"Jenna Ortega's role as Wednesday Addams in Netflix's series Wednesday made her an international star. Since then, the actress has worked at full speed, taking on starring roles in horror films such as X, Scream IV, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Jenna has become a role model for young Latina girls across the world and has used her voice to advocate for anti-bullying programs, AIDS healthcare support, LGBTQ+ rights, women's rights, and gun control laws. Jenna knew she wanted to become an actress early in life, and by time she was nine, she was signed to an acting agency! She and her mother made the trip from the Coachella Valley to Los Angeles up to five days a week, securing roles in commercials and guest star appearances. Eventually, she landed her first lead role in Disney Channel's 2016 series Stuck in the Middle. After working with Disney, Jenna wanted to find more mature roles, and found herself as a supporting actress in Netflix's You. The experience sparked her interest in working in horror movies, and her career took off. Learn all about the life of rising star, goth style expert, and inspirational actress Jenna Ortega in this book for young readers!"--
Date Published:2026

"Jenna Ortega's role as Wednesday Addams in Netflix's series Wednesday made her an international star. Since then, the actress has worked at full speed, taking on starring roles in horror films such as X, Scream IV, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Jenna has become a role model for young Latina girls across the world and has used her voice to advocate for anti-bullying programs, AIDS healthcare support, LGBTQ+ rights, women's rights, and gun control laws. Jenna knew she wanted to become an actress early in life, and by time she was nine, she was signed to an acting agency! She and her mother made the trip from the Coachella Valley to Los Angeles up to five days a week, securing roles in commercials and guest star appearances. Eventually, she landed her first lead role in Disney Channel's 2016 series Stuck in the Middle. After working with Disney, Jenna wanted to find more mature roles, and found herself as a supporting actress in Netflix's You. The experience sparked her interest in working in horror movies, and her career took off. Learn all about the life of rising star, goth style expert, and inspirational actress Jenna Ortega in this book for young readers!"--

Date Published:2026

Rapunzel

McCafferty, Catherine.


An illustrated retelling of the fairy tale in which a beautiful young woman, hidden away in a tower by a powerful witch, wins the heart of a passing prince who falls in love with her singing.
Date Published:2002

I love my new toy!

Willems, Mo.


When Elephant accidentally breaks Piggie's new toy, they both experience intense feelings before coming to realize how important their friendship is.
Date Published:2008

Ottawa : a kid's eye view

Edwards, Frank B.


Includes index.
Date Published:1993

Eva saves the day

Elliott, Rebecca,


"Eva the owlet: stream on Apple TV+"--Cover. "Eva and her friends swoop in to save the day when they find some unhatched eggs by the river"--
Date Published:2026

The kids book of Canada /

Greenwood, Barbara, 1940-.



Date Published:1997

The Usborne book of peoples of the world, internet-linked

Doherty, Gillian.


Includes index. An illustrated introduction to ethnology.
Date Published:2001

The kids book of the Far North

Love, Ann.


Includes index.
Date Published:2000

Trade routes

Nault, Jennifer.


Includes index.
Date Published:2007

Forts and trading posts

Cline, Beverly Fink, 1951-


Includes index.
Date Published:2006

Ancient Rome

Steele, Philip, 1957-


The history, society, and political life of ancient Rome and its vast empire.
Date Published:2009