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March Theme: Women's History Month
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These stories showcase the strength, resilience, and achievements of young women, both past and present. Explore adventures, breakthroughs, and powerful voices that empower the next generation of changemakers. |
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Grade Level: 10 - 12 Non-Fiction; Social Conditions
This illustrated book for young readers shares the stories of five girls growing up around the world and some of the injustices they face.
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Non-Fiction; History "The Enigma Girls," a Robert F. Sibert Honor Book by acclaimed author Candace Fleming, tells the captivating story of the young women at Bletchley Park who played a crucial role in World War II by cracking Nazi codes. With vivid photographs and meticulous research, this book brings to life the experiences of these brave women, who were summoned to Station X with little knowledge of their mission. Tasked with running complex machines and deciphering messages, they helped turn the tide of the war while maintaining utmost secrecy. |
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Grade Level: 7 - 9 Non-Fiction; Physiology
Why do women live longer than men? Why do girls outperform boys in school until puberty, when their scores drop? Is the female brain different? These questions are explored in this adaptation for young people. It examines teen-related topics like mental health and the biology behind it, including insights on adolescent brain changes and hormone shifts. Author Cat Bohannon discusses the roots of sexism, explaining its possible evolutionary purpose and why it's time to move on. Filled with stories from past and present, "Eve" is for young readers wanting to understand the body: its history, capabilities, oddities, mysteries, and relevance to current discussions.
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Grade Level: 7 - 9 Non-Fiction; Soccer/History An award-winning journalist traces the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team’s fight for equal pay until they secured an equitable contract in 2022, an effort that will benefit future athletes and illuminate the work, support and grit needed to be treated with equality in a world that often undervalues the contributions of women. |
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Grade Level: 7 - 9 Non-Fiction; Biography
Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, this book traces Lorena Hickok--or Hick's-- rise from devastating childhood to renowned journalist, and follows the most significant friendship and romantic relationship of her life: First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt.
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Grade Level: 7+ Non-Fiction; Biographies
Music Mavens takes readers on a journey worldwide and beyond, visiting a jazz show in Genoa, an instrument lab in London, a Tokyo taiko dojo, a beatbox battle in New York City, and even a film scoring session on the starship Enterprise. It highlights artists across various musical genres and industry roles, such as composing, performing, audio engineering, producing, and photography. In Music Mavens, 15 remarkable women share how they transformed their passions into platforms and uplift others.
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Philippa Gregory's bestselling women's history, now adapted for teens! Don't just think of women in crinolines and bonnets. Women have done extraordinary things throughout history, even if it didn't make the books. Discover the stories of English women over 900 years—farmers, pirates, soldiers, writers, and more—who shaped history with their courage and ingenuity. |
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Grade Level: 9+ Non-Fiction; Sports/Biographies
TOGETHXR presents "Play It Forward," a collection of 25 inspiring stories about groundbreaking female athletes. Curated by legends Sue Bird, Alex Morgan, Simone Manuel, and Chloe Kim, this book highlights fierce competitors and dedicated teammates who defy expectations and challenge inequality. Perfect for sports fans of all ages, these stories celebrate the women transforming the world of sports.
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Grade Level: 7+ Non-Fiction; Sports/Biographies
What draws people to the extreme? Who are the women who pursue and excel in unconventional sports like cave diving, wingsuit flying, or Formula 1 racing? This group of female adventure enthusiasts is as intriguing as it is inspiring. "Thrill Seekers" presents a diverse and captivating collection of women whose determination, grit, and courage have led them to a life beyond the ordinary. Each chapter introduces modern role models and leaders, change-makers who choose a life of risk, but one with remarkable rewards. Their stories encourage young people to approach life with bold determination.
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