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The girl who drew butterflies : how Maria Merian's art changed science
by Joyce Sidman
A portrait of one of the first naturalists to observe live insects directly describes Maria Merian's life and her groundbreaking work documenting the metamorphosis of the butterfly. By the Newbery Honor-winning author of Before Morning. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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Simone Biles : gymnastics GOAT
by Kristen Rajczak Nelson
"Simone Biles is the most decorated American gymnast of all time. Between Olympic and World Championship medals, she has 19-and she isn't retired yet! In this colorful volume written especially with reluctant and struggling readers in mind, Simone's major accomplishments are highlighted, accompanied by photographs that bring readers right to the mat, beam, and vault. The main content includes major biographical information and focuses on her start in gymnastics, and her triumphs as well as her struggles"
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Alice Walker
by Joyce L. Markovics
"Find out about Alice Walker, a gifted writer and outspoken activist, in this biography for young readers. Learn about her life and uncover how she used the power of her pen to tell stories about herself and the lives of Black people. This title also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, "Ask Yourself" prompts, a timeline, and a writing activity"
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Girls to the front : 40 Asian American women who blazed a trail
by Nina Mata
Meet 40 trailblazing Asian American women in American history, in a nonfiction anthology with biographical text and appealing portraits that bring life to heroes, role models and everyday women who did extraordinary things. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Women in sports : 50 fearless athletes who played to win
by Rachel Ignotofsky
Illustrated profiles of 50 pioneering female athletes highlights their stories and achievements in more than 40 sports while exploring the challenges they overcame, in a volume that includes entries for such notables as Billie Jean King and Simone Biles. By the best-selling author of Women in Science.
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Who is Taylor Swift?
by Kirsten Anderson
"Introducing readers to one of the most celebrated musical artists of the 21st century, this inspiring biography of the singer, songwriter and guitarist shows how, when record executives thought there was no place in country music for her songs, she was fearless and proved them wrong. Simultaneous. Illustrations."
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Nina : a story of Nina Simone
by Traci N. Todd
Revealing and defining, this picture book biography tells the story of little Eunice Kathleen Waymon who, after becoming the acclaimed singer Nina Simone, used her voice for powerful protest in the fight against racial inequality and discrimination. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg : a biography book for new readers
by Susan B. Katz
"Ruth Bader Ginsburg became the second woman ever to serve as a judge on the Supreme Court of the United States. Before she fought for equal rights and made history, Ruth was a curious kid who loved to read about strong women who were making important changes. You can get inspired, too, with this [children's biography]"
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Who was Shirley Chisholm?
by Crystal Hubbard
An illustrated biography about Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman to be elected to Congress, tells how she showed a keen interest in politics early on and dedicated much of her career to fighting for the rights of Black people and women. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Who is Sonia Sotomayor?
by Megan Stine
Illustrated biographies featuring a range of fascinating figures from history (and current figures, too!) provide great information and entertainment through short chapters and illustrations that will appeal to reluctant readers as well as middle readers in general. Simultaneous and eBook.
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Who was Sojourner Truth?
by Yona Zeldis McDonough
Illustrated biographies featuring a range of fascinating figures from history (and current figures, too!) provide great information and entertainment through short chapters and illustrations that will appeal to reluctant readers as well as middle readers in general. Original. Simultaneous eBook.
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Deb Haaland
by Laurel Goodluck
As a child of two military parents, Deb Haaland moved around a lot when she was young before finally settling in Albuquerque to be near family. But she persisted, studying hard and eventually earning a law degree. An enrolled member of the Pueblo Laguna nation, Deb was one of the first two Native American women to be elected to Congress, where she represented New Mexico's 1st District. In 2021, when the Senate confirmed her as President Biden's secretary of the interior, she became the first Native American in history to become a cabinet secretary. She continues to break barriers and inspire future generations to dream of greater opportunities
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Mama in Congress : Rashida Tlaib's journey to Washington
by Rashida Tlaib
"When Yousif Tlaib asks about his mom's new job in Congress, his older brother, Adam, fills him in--with some help from Rashida Tlaib herself. As he tells his mom's story, Adam reveals information about how elections and our government work, what it means to break barriers, what motivates their mama to work for justice for all, and how love and family have guided them through this historic time in our country"
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Engineers : with STEM projects for kids
by Diane C. Taylor
Books in the Gutsy Girls Go for Science series integrate content with participation, encouraging readers to engage in student-directed learning that combines content with inquiry-based projects to stimulate learning while inspiring kids to be curious, creative and critical thinkers. Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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Rebel girls champions : 25 tales of unstoppable athletes
by Abby Sher
"Rebel Girls Champions: 25 Tales of Unstoppable Athletes celebrates the stories of 25 phenomenal women in sports all written in fairy tale form. It is part of the award-winning Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series. This paperback collection showcases some of the most beloved stories from the first three volumes of the New York Times best-selling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. It also features brand new tales of game-changing athletes and their drive, resilience, and sportsmanship. In Rebel Girls Champions, young readers can win the World Cup with Megan Rapinoe, flip and tumble with Simone Biles, and land breathtaking snowboard tricks with Chloe Kim"
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Ketanji : justice jackson's journey to the u.s. supreme court
by Kekla Magoon
"This inspiring picture book biography traces the life of Ketanji Brown Jackson, who is making history as the first Black woman to serve as a Supreme Court Justice, showing her incredible achievements as she fights for justice and equality. 50,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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