She Persisted
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Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Description
Profiles the lives of thirteen American women who have left their mark on U.S. history, including Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Margaret Chase Smith, and Oprah Winfrey.
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Publisher
Philomel Books
Pub. Date
[2018]
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1 volume unnumbered : color illustrations ; 29 cm
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In this companion book to She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World, Chelsea Clinton introduces readers to a group of thirteen women who have shaped history all across the globe. She Persisted Around the World is a book for everyone who has ever aimed high and been told to step down, for everyone who has ever raised their voice and been told to quiet down, and for everyone who has ever felt small, unimportant or unworthy. This inspiring...
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Philomel Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
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Engaging artwork accompanies inspiring text in this STEM-focused addition to the #1 New York times best-selling She Persisted series that introduces readers to women scientists who didn't listen to those who told them "no" and who used their smarts, skills and persistence to discover, invent, create, and explain.
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Philomel
Pub. Date
2021.
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59 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
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"Born enslaved, Harriet Tubman rose up to become one of the most successful, determined and well-known conductors of the Underground Railroad. With her family's love planted firmly in her heart, Harriet looked to the North Star for guidance--and its light helped guide her way out of slavery. Her courage made it possible for her to help others reach freedom too"--
9) Helen Keller
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Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2021.
Description
"A biography of Helen Keller, part of the She Persisted chapter book series"--
11) Maria Tallchief
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Publisher
Philomel Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
80 pages 21 cm.
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"A biography of Maria Tallchief, part of the She Persisted chapter book series. Maria Tallchief loved to dance, but was told that she might need to change her Osage name to one that sounded more Russian to make it as a professional ballerina. She refused, and worked hard at dancing her best, becoming America's first prima ballerina. Many famous American ballets were created for Maria!"
12) Nellie Bly
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Series
Publisher
Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
55 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Description
Introduces young readers to the life of the pioneering investigative reporter, her record-breaking trip around the world, and her undercover work on behalf of the mentally ill.
13) Oprah Winfrey
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Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2021.
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pages cm.
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"A biography of Oprah Winfrey, part of the She Persisted chapter book series"--
14) Ruby Bridges
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Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
50 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Description
"A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges, part of the She Persisted series"--
15) Sally Ride
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Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
57 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
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"A biography of Sally Ride in the She Persisted series"--
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Philomel Books
Pub. Date
c2022.
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57 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 21 cm..
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Inspired by the #1 "New York Times" bestseller "She Persisted" by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Coretta Scott King! In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Kelly Starling Lyons, readers learn about the amazing life of Coretta Scott King--and how she persisted. Coretta Scott King is known for being the wife of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,...
19) Malala Yousafzai
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Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
54 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Description
A biography of Malala Yousafzai as part of the She Persisted series.
20) Marian Anderson
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Series
Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
57 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Description
Chronicles the life of a renowned classical singer who, despite numerous setbacks, became a singing sensation, a voice of the Civil Rights Movement, and the winner of the first ever Presidential Medal of Freedom and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
21) Maya Lin
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Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
59 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
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Presents a biography of Maya Lin, the creator of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., shows how she overcame many obstacles to share her creations, which were always connected to surrounding landscapes and nature. She has become an inspiration to many who are following in her footsteps and are following their creative dreams.
22) Patsy Mink
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Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
59 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Description
Introduces the first Asian American woman elected to Congress, who championed rights for women, children, immigrants and minorities, paving the way for many other women to succeed.
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Temple Grandin
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Wangari Maathai
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25) Wilma Mankiller
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Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
57 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
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Shows how Wilma Mankiller dedicated her life to helping Native Nations and their citizens reclaim their rights, becoming the first woman Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, and lists ways readers can follow in her footsteps to make a difference.
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Bethany Hamilton
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Deb Haaland
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Dorothy Height
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Florence Nightingale
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Kalpana Chawla
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Pub. Date
2023
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-- she persisted Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Pura Belpré's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum. And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Sonia...
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Simone Biles
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