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Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
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Fresh, accessible, and inspiring, Shaking Things Up introduces fourteen revolutionary young women--each paired with a noteworthy female artist--to the next generation of activists, trail-blazers, and rabble-rousers. From the award-winning author of Ada's Violin, Susan Hood, this is a poetic and visual celebration of persistent women throughout history. In this book, you will find Mary Anning, who was just thirteen when she unearthed a prehistoric...
2) Stories for kids who dare to be different: true tales of amazing people who stood up and stood out
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Language
English
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Profiles over seventy people who broke the rules and smashed stereotypes, including such figures as Emma Gonzalez, Andy Warhol, Bjork, Hans Christian Andersen, and Sally Ride.
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks, Inc
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
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Description
Women have been doing amazing, daring, and dangerous things for years, but they're rarely mentioned in our history books as adventurers, daredevils, or rebels. This new compilation of brief biographies features women throughout history who have risked their lives for adventure - many of who you may not know, but all of whom you'll WANT to know, such as: Minnie Spotted Wolf, the first Native American marine; Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman to...
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Series
Publisher
45th Parallel Press/Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Who were history's fiercest warriors? Who was voted 'Best Team Player?' In the History's Yearbook series, readers will learn about the amazing and diverse women in history. In Girl Warriors, readers will discover and rediscover their favorite heroines and learn about top women warriors who have made an impact. Backmatter material includes writing prompts that encourage readers to think creatively and critically. Each book in this series is written...
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Who were history's bravest activists? Who was voted 'Most Likely to Lead a Protest?' In the History's Yearbook series, readers will learn about the amazing and diverse women in history. In Girl Activists, readers will discover and rediscover their favorite heroines and learn about top women activists who have made an impact. Each book in this series is written at a higher maturity level using considerate text at a lower reading level in order to...
Author
Publisher
Castle Point Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
This fascinating book features 30 young women who accomplished remarkable things before their twentieth birthdays. Visually compelling with original illustrations, this book will inspire the next generation of strong, fearless women.. -- Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Mango Publishing Group
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Women hold up half the sky and, most days, do even more of the heavy lifting including childbearing and child-rearing. (All after a long day at the office.) Women have always been strong- true heroes, oftentimes unacknowledged. As we shake off the last traces of a major patriarchal hangover, women are coming into their own. In the 21st Century, all women can fully embrace their fiery fempower and celebrate their no-holds-barred individuality. From...
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Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Everybody needs a role model! Discover true stories of superstars, war heroes, world leaders, gusty gals, and everyday women who changed the world. From Sacagawea to Mother Teresa, Annie Oakley to Malala Yousafzai, these famous women hiked up their pants and petticoats and charged full-speed ahead to prove girls are just as tough as boys...maybe even tougher. Complete with amazing images and a fun design, this is the book that every kid with a goal,...
Author
Publisher
Aladdin
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"From the inspiring author of Girls Who Rocked the World comes another comprehensive collection of true, inspiring profiles of successful young women throughout history who made their mark on the world before turning twenty. Young women today crave strong, independent role models to look to for motivation. In the follow-up to the bestseller Girls Who Rocked the World, More Girls Who Rocked the World offers a fun and uplifting collection of influential...
10) Girl leaders
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Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Who were history's most compassionate leaders? Who was voted 'Life of the Party?' In the History's Yearbook series, readers will learn about the amazing and diverse women in history. In Girl Leaders, readers will discover and rediscover their favorite heroines and learn about women leaders who have made an impact. Each book in this series is written at a higher maturity level using considerate text at a lower reading level in order to engage struggling...
Author
Publisher
Second Story Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Discover nine ordinary women who took extraordinary measures to save lives during the Holocaust, resisting terror and torture while undercover or in hiding, in concentration camps, in forests, and in exile. Overlooked by history, they leapt from fear to action with bravery that deserves recognition."--
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Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"There were many real-life female fighters who wowed the ancient and modern worlds with their bravery and skills. This exciting book dives into the history of women who bravely fought--some to the death! Read about Cynane, the half-sister of Alexander the Great, who became the super-slayer of the ancient Greeks, and the rebel fighters Trung Trac and Trung Nhi, who repelled a stronger army and ruled Vietnam for three years."--
19) Everyday heroes
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Publisher
Townsend Press
Pub. Date
[1996]
Language
English
Description
Profiles twenty young men and women of a variety of ethnic backgrounds whose courage and determination have helped them overcome such obstacles as poverty, racism, abuse, neglect, illness, and drugs.
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Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
From Revolutionary War soldier Deborah Sampson and abolitionist Harriet Tubman to Hawaiian Queen Lili'uokalani and Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, this guide to American history for kids takes you on a fun and fascinating journey, one fearless woman at a time. Each of these chronologically ordered biographies offers an exciting look into the life and accomplishments of these heroic figures and how they made history.
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