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J 920.72 CLI
J 920.72 CLI
Summary
Profiles the lives of thirteen women who have left their mark on world history, including Caroline Herschel, Marie Curie, Mary Verghese, and Malala Yousafzai.
Profiles the lives of thirteen women who have left their mark on world history, including Caroline Herschel, Marie Curie, Mary Verghese, and Malala Yousafzai.
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J BIO HAMILTON
J BIO HAMILTON
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The author presents a picture book biography of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, co-founder and director of the first private orphanage in New York City and wife of founding father Alexander Hamilton
The author presents a picture book biography of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, co-founder and director of the first private orphanage in New York City and wife of founding father Alexander Hamilton
Title
Mothers to Tigers
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J BIO MARTINI
J BIO MARTINI
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This remarkable book -- strikingly striped as tigers are, sympathetically spoken as any child could wish -- tells the story of Helen Martini, founder of the Bronx Zoo's animal nursery in 1944 and its first woman zookeeper.
This remarkable book -- strikingly striped as tigers are, sympathetically spoken as any child could wish -- tells the story of Helen Martini, founder of the Bronx Zoo's animal nursery in 1944 and its first woman zookeeper.
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J BIO PARR
J BIO PARR
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Trailblazer is based on the life of Lily Parr, one of the most famous female soccer players of all time. Parr eventually came to the US and even played against men's teams. Parr together with her teammates battled adversity to keep women's soccer alive.
Trailblazer is based on the life of Lily Parr, one of the most famous female soccer players of all time. Parr eventually came to the US and even played against men's teams. Parr together with her teammates battled adversity to keep women's soccer alive.
Title
I Am a Promise
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J BIO PRYCE
J BIO PRYCE
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An inspiring children's picture book about the indomitable spirit of Jamaican six-time Olympic medal winner Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce.
An inspiring children's picture book about the indomitable spirit of Jamaican six-time Olympic medal winner Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce.
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J BIO ROBINSON
J BIO ROBINSON
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A picture-book biography of Betty Robinson, who at only sixteen years old ... became the first female gold medalist in track and field in the 1928 Olympics and an overnight sensation.
A picture-book biography of Betty Robinson, who at only sixteen years old ... became the first female gold medalist in track and field in the 1928 Olympics and an overnight sensation.
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J BIO SOTOMAYOR
J BIO SOTOMAYOR
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As the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor has inspired young people around the world to reach for their dreams. But what inspired her? For young Sonia, the answer was books!
As the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor has inspired young people around the world to reach for their dreams. But what inspired her? For young Sonia, the answer was books!
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J BIO TUBMAN
J BIO TUBMAN
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A lush and lyrical biography of Harriet Tubman, written in verse. An evocative poem and opulent watercolors come together to honor a woman of humble origins whose courage and compassion make her larger than life.
A lush and lyrical biography of Harriet Tubman, written in verse. An evocative poem and opulent watercolors come together to honor a woman of humble origins whose courage and compassion make her larger than life.
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J BIO WILLIAMS
J BIO WILLIAMS
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Serena Williams is one of the biggest names in sports, but she grew up the littlest of five girls in her family. While sharing a room and playing tennis with her older sisters, Serena had to figure out how to be her own person - on and off the court.
Serena Williams is one of the biggest names in sports, but she grew up the littlest of five girls in her family. While sharing a room and playing tennis with her older sisters, Serena had to figure out how to be her own person - on and off the court.
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J E FARUQI
J E FARUQI
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While her parents are out to dinner, a bored Yasmin decides to try on some of her mother's clothes, including her new shalwar kameez, which gets ripped--but with the help of Nana, Nani, and a glue-gun, the garment gets fixed, and Yasmin puts on an impromptu fashion show when her parents get home.
While her parents are out to dinner, a bored Yasmin decides to try on some of her mother's clothes, including her new shalwar kameez, which gets ripped--but with the help of Nana, Nani, and a glue-gun, the garment gets fixed, and Yasmin puts on an impromptu fashion show when her parents get home.
Title
I Am a Super Girl!
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J E GREENAWALT
J E GREENAWALT
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In rhyming text Princess Truly, super girl, uses her super powers to help her friend Lizzie celebrate her cat's first birthday, and when things go a little wrong, she gives Lizzie the confidence to believe that she too is a super girl.
In rhyming text Princess Truly, super girl, uses her super powers to help her friend Lizzie celebrate her cat's first birthday, and when things go a little wrong, she gives Lizzie the confidence to believe that she too is a super girl.
Title
Penny and Her Sled
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J E HENKES
J E HENKES
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When Penny looked out her bedroom window, she didn't see any snow. Penny really wanted to use her new red sled. Penny wished for snow every day. It was cold, the sky was gray, but where was the snow? Days went by, weeks passed. Penny hoped ... but no snow. Would the snow ever arrive?
When Penny looked out her bedroom window, she didn't see any snow. Penny really wanted to use her new red sled. Penny wished for snow every day. It was cold, the sky was gray, but where was the snow? Days went by, weeks passed. Penny hoped ... but no snow. Would the snow ever arrive?
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J P ADAMS
J P ADAMS
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Celebrates women and girls with big aspirations as a young girl connects with the earth, takes care of her body, and finds strength in kindness, thereby making her a warrior goddess.
Celebrates women and girls with big aspirations as a young girl connects with the earth, takes care of her body, and finds strength in kindness, thereby making her a warrior goddess.
Title
The Weather Girls
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J P AKI
J P AKI
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Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring the Weather Girls are ready for whatever the seasons might bring! Follow these busy girls as they climb mountains, fly hot-air balloons, and soak in a rainbow-sky sunset. Charming rhyming verse and adorable art make this picture book irresistible and perfect for sharing!
Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring the Weather Girls are ready for whatever the seasons might bring! Follow these busy girls as they climb mountains, fly hot-air balloons, and soak in a rainbow-sky sunset. Charming rhyming verse and adorable art make this picture book irresistible and perfect for sharing!
Title
Dancing in the Wings
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J P ALLEN
J P ALLEN
Summary
Sassy tries out for a summer dance festival in Washington, D.C., despite the other girls' taunts that she is much too tall.
Sassy tries out for a summer dance festival in Washington, D.C., despite the other girls' taunts that she is much too tall.