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Author
Pub. Date
©2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 4
Description
"Finish the Fight! is a celebration of the Nineteenth Amendment . . . , featuring powerful stories, a treasure trove of archival photography, and gorgeous illustrations by an ensemble of incredible artists. It highlights many of the bold and brave women whose stories from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries have often gone untold, offering a cast of inspiring role models for today's girls." -- Adapted from cover.
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Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Description
"On July 7, 2019, Megan Rapinoe ran out onto the field to play in her third Women's World Cup final. Determined to succeed after having to sit out of the semifinals due to an injury, Megan scored the first goal of the match. Thanks to this goal, Team USA won the Women's World Cup, and Megan added yet another victory to her impressive record. In her career, Megan has won Olympic gold medals, several World Cup trophies, ESPY Awards, and more. Not only...
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 9
Description
"An inspiring and empowering young readers edition of We Are Not Here to be Bystanders, the memoir by Women's March coorganizer and activist Linda Sarsour. In this middle grade edition of We Are Not Here to be Bystanders, Linda Sarsour shares the memories that shaped her into the activist she is today, and how these pivotal moments in her life led her to being an organizer in one of the largest single-day protests in US history. From the Brooklyn...
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Jeannette Rankin was always a take-charge girl. Whether taking care of horses or her little brothers and sisters--Jeannette knew what to do and got the job done. That's why, when she saw poor children living in bad conditions in San Francisco, she knew she had to take charge and change things. But in the early twentieth century, women like Jeannette couldn't vote to change the laws that failed to protect children. Jeannette became an activist and...
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Appears on list
Formats
Description
"A nonfiction picture book compilation of the stories of 13 American women who persisted in overcoming obstacles and changing the world"--Provided by publisher.
"Chelsea Clinton introduces tiny feminists, mini activists and little kids who are ready to take on the world to thirteen inspirational women who never took no for an answer, and who always, inevitably and without fail, persisted. Throughout American history, there have always been women...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 3
Description
This biography examines the life of Hillary Clinton using easy-to-read, compelling text. Through striking black-and-white images and rich color photographs and informative sidebars, readers will learn about Clinton's family background, childhood, education, political career, and historic presidential campaign. Informative sidebars enhance and support the text.--Provided by publisher.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 3
Appears on list
Description
"An inspiring tribute to Hispanic Americans who have made a positive impact on the world. This visually stunning book showcases twenty Hispanic and Latino American men and women who have made outstanding contributions to the arts, politics, science, humanitarianism, and athletics. Gorgeous portraits complement sparkling biographies of Cesar Chavez, Sonia Sotomayor, Ellen Ochoa, Roberto Clemente, and many more. Complete with timelines and famous quotes,...
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 12
Description
This is the story of how the movement that started with a hashtag--#BlackLivesMatter--spread across the nation and then across the world and the journey that led one of its co-founders, Patrisse Khan-Cullors, to this moment. Patrisse Khan-Cullors grew up in an over-policed United States where incarceration of Black people runs rampant. Surrounded by police brutality, she gathered the tools and lessons that would lead her on to found one of the most...
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Description
"Help kids ages 6 to 9 discover the life of Helen Keller. A story about hope, courage, and finding your voice. Helen Keller became a celebrated author, educator, and activist who believed in equality for people with disabilities. Before she made history as the first deaf and blind person to graduate from college, Helen was a smart kid who loved learning. She overcame many challenges to learn how to read, write, and talk. She spoke up for other people...
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Gloria Steinem is known as a leader of the feminist movement and a trailblazer who fights for equality for all people. This unofficial biography for young readers tells her story, from being a young girl with big dreams to her inspiring travels in India to the launch of Ms. magazine, which gave women a voice. Gloria's message of believing in yourself and following your dreams will inspire a whole new generation.
13) Maya Angelou
Author
Pub. Date
c1999
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 5
Description
Discusses the life and work of the well-known writer, entertainer, and political activist, Maya Angelou.
14) Gloria Steinem
Author
Pub. Date
[1987], c1988
Description
A biography of the feminist writer and activist who founded "Ms." magazine, helped found the National Women's Political Caucus, and helped establish the Women's Action Alliance.
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Biographical collection of ten female figures who changed the world by standing up for what's right and offering an inspirational call to action, reminding everyone that they can be forces for change when they stand up!"--