As the fastest-growing ethnic minority in the United States, Hispanics have gained attention as a new and major force in our society. 

These biographies tell the inspiring stories of business leaders, musicians and other artists, sports heroes, and writers whose determination and talent continue to set examples today. 

Champions aren't born that way - they're made through hard work and devotion.  Each inspirational and enlightening book in this series features close-up case studies of world-class athletes as it presents the training, techniques, and skills necessary to be a champion. 

What makes a team great?  Find out in this high-interest series for sports fans.  Each book focuses on a different sport, both college and professional, and features teams throughout history that exemplify greatness in that sport. 

Ieoh Ming Pei (pronounced "pay") is one of the most famous American architects in the world.  Two of his most famous designs are the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, and a new entrance for the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. 

Kristi Yamaguchi [yah-ma-goo-chee] is one of the world's greatest figure skating champions.  During her career she won twenty United States and World titles as a singles skater and four U.S.  and World titles as a pairs skater. 

In 1989, Le Ly (pronounced "lay lee") Hayslip returned home to her village in Vietnam.  She slept in her family's two-room house for the first time in more than 20 years.  She came to speak at a celebration to open the first medical clinic ever built in her village.  Le Ly had worked hard to raise the money needed to build this clinic. 

Listening to Yo-Yo Ma play the cello in concert is magical.  He springs onto the stage with youthful energy.  He greets the audience and the orchestra with a warm smile. 

Adriana Ocampo Uria is a curious person.  Even as a child, she loved to travel and learn.  Adriana is a scientist who studies geology . 

Ellen Ochoa is the first Hispanic-American woman ever to become an astronaut. 

Francisco Dallmeier is a scientist with a very important job.  He works to save wild animals and the places where they live all around the world.