Children’s / Teenage general interest: Girls and women
Sourcebooks, Inc Big Girls Go Potty
Book SynopsisBeloved author and illustrator MARIANNE RICHMOND has touched the lives of millions for nearly two decades through her award winning books, greeting cards, and other gift products that offer people the most heartfelt way to connect with each other. She lives in the Nashville area. Visit www.mariannerichmond.com.
£10.07
National Geographic Kids World History Biographies Hatshepsut
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£7.59
National Geographic Kids Undaunted The Wild Life of Birut Mary Galdikas
Book SynopsisAs a young scientist, Birute Mary Galdikas had a mission: To find and study the elusive orangutans of Borneo's rain forest to help protect this amazing and elusive species.Follow her story as she carries out an epic search and struggles to survive while studying the world's most endangered great ape. When Galdikas saw her first image of an orangutan in the wild, she was immediately captivated. It haunted her and she found its gaze almost hypnotic. She moved to Borneo, where she made it her life's mission to study and work to protect these mysterious creatures. Like primatologists Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey, Galdikas was driven by incredible ambition and a fascination with apes and human origins, making her way to the harsh rain forests of Indonesian Borneo when she was just 25 years old. She set up a simple camp, named after her mentor, Louis Leakey, and proceeded to look ... and look ...and look for wild orangutans, one of the most elusive species on the plane
£27.46
National Geographic Kids Izzy Newton and the S.M.A.R.T. Squad Absolute
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£21.76
National Geographic Kids Girls Can
Book SynopsisGet ready to smash stereotypes, overcome odds, and achieve your goals! This powerful book combines biographical profiles on amazing women, myth-busting science, advice on achieving great things, and exclusive interviews to prove that girls really can do anything!Have you ever heard someone say Girls can''t do that? Get ready to put that idea to rest once and for all. Fantastic photographs and an eye-catching design pair with riveting, diverse tales of both famous and little-known women who made their mark in leadership, sports, the arts, the sciences, and more. Advice, calls to action, and exclusive interviews with great role models--such as Oprah Winfrey, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Roxanne Gay, Emma Gonzalez, Nancy Pelosi, Jane Goodall, and more--will challenge you to be yourself and empower you to change the world, too! Get a glimpse of the history, origins, and inaccuracies of outdated criticisms and gender myths, and learn how women across the world are
£13.63
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Reader Ruth Bader Ginsburg L3
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£6.59
National Geographic Kids Ruth Bader Ginsburg National Geographic Kids
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£14.90
National Geographic Kids Izzy Newton and the S.M.A.R.T. Squad Newtons Flaw
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£9.99
National Geographic Kids Izzy Newton and the S.M.A.R.T. Squad Newtons Flaw
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£21.76
National Geographic Kids No Boundaries
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£25.55
National Geographic Kids UnforgottenLibrary edition
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£27.46
National Geographic Kids Pirate Queens
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£13.29
National Geographic Kids Pirate Queens
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£27.46
National Geographic Kids Speak Up Speak Out
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£12.99
National Geographic Kids Izzy Newton and the S.M.A.R.T. Squad The Law of
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£21.76
National Geographic Kids Stacey Abrams National Geographic Kids Readers
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£6.47
National Geographic Kids Kamala Harris National Geographic Kids Readers
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£14.90
Gale, a Cengage Company The Truths We Hold
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£32.74
Chronicle Books Braids Buns Ponies Pigtails
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£17.09
Pelican Publishing Company Lillian Wald Americas Great Social and Healthcare
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£13.46
Pelican Publishing Co The Ant Farm Escape
Book SynopsisDid you know that worker antsjust like the ones in this storyare always girls? Compelling ant facts like these fill mini sidebars in this enterprising and informative text! So roll up your sleeves and put on your pink hardhat as you join these industrious ants for a tale of hard work and perseverance. Explore the inner workings of a lively ant colony as these determined laborers construct their underground home. An unexpected plot twist gives these tenacious terraformers in pink a surprising new direction for their community. Dynamic illustrations with humorous details, including tool-filled belts and stylish shoes, fill the pages of this inspiring tale of girl power!
£16.19
Pelican Publishing Company A Long Way from the Strawberry Patch The Life of
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£15.30
Pelican Publishing Company The Maid The Story of Joan of Arc
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£17.09
DK DK Life Stories Anne Frank
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£15.29
DK DK Life Stories Helen Keller
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£7.46
DK DK Life Stories Florence Nightingale
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DK DK Life Stories Katherine Johnson
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£7.48
DK DK Life Stories Jane Goodall
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£7.46
Flowerpot Press Delores Thesaurus
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£16.14
Capstone Press Charlotte Spies for Justice A Civil War Survival
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£9.99
Capstone Press Softball SwitchUp
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£8.99
Phoenix International Publications, Incorporated It's Her Story Rosa Parks A Graphic Novel
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£11.98
Phoenix International Publications, Incorporated It's Her Story Ida B. Wells a Graphic Novel
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£10.99
Amazon Publishing Mrs. Claus Takes the Reins
Book SynopsisIt’s Christmas Eve morning, and Santa Claus is still in bed! He’s feeling stuffy and sneezy and slow as a yeti. Will Christmas have to be canceled? Not this year! Because Mrs. Claus is ready to take the reins in Santa’s place. With a plan in mind, Mrs. Claus assembles the crew, maps out the route, and preps the sleigh. Then, with a snap of the reins, she shoots off into the night. Delivering gifts all over the world without Santa’s magic won’t be easy, but Mrs. Claus proves she has some holiday sparkle of her own… With lively rhyming text and adorable artwork, this delightful Christmas adventure will get kids into the holiday spirit.Trade Review“The illustrations are bright and expressive…Young children will enjoy this exuberant adventure.” —Kirkus Reviews “This extremely cute exercise in feminist heroics delivers a subtle message through clever rhymes and good-natured humor.” —USA Today “Through testy weather and other challenges, Mrs. Claus is determined to deliver presents to all the world’s children in this new holiday tale.” —Northern Virginia Magazine “This is a light, fun read that emphasizes the fact that we all need help sometimes and that problems can be overcome.” —GeoLibrarian “This book is so darn cute, and it shows that sometimes it takes a woman to save the day! Highly recommended!” —Booking Mama “A perfect Christmas book that both children and adults alike will love!” —Mrs. Mommy Booknerd “You aren’t going to want to miss this delightful story full of girl power and whimsy!” —Library Mom “A lovely holiday reminder that girls are capable and clever—including the one who happens to be married to Old Saint Nick. Baby Bookworm approved!” —Baby Bookworm “The lively rhyming text and adorable artwork make this delightful Christmas adventure an instant family favorite…Two big thumbs up!” —Five Dollar Shake “A delightful romp around the globe.” —Cracking the Cover “Written in rhyme, the text is fun and cheery; it begs to be read aloud! I can’t wait to read Mrs. Claus Takes the Reins to students and start a new holiday tradition!” —Beagles and Books “This is a great new Christmas book for kids depicting Mrs. Claus as a strong, smart woman who gets the job done…A nice twist on the standard!” —Lu and Bean Read “The story is awesome and the illustrations by @markachambers are so much fun.” —Dream Reader Kids “With lively rhyming text and adorable artwork, this delightful Christmas adventure will get kids into the holiday spirit.” —A Mighty Girl “I’ve read a few children’s Christmas books where Mrs. Claus has to take over, and this one is by far my favorite. I think your kids will love it!” —Christy’s Cozy Corners “Mrs. Claus Takes the Reins is a fun, upbeat rhyming tale that’s loaded with humor and a Mrs. Claus who ain’t just home baking cookies…[A] hip departure from tradition. Add this one to your Christmas Eve story pile.” —Mom Read It “This is such a fun read with rhyming text and bright illustrations, kids will want to read it again and again. It’s one that is sure to become a classic in your Christmas book library.” —Sincerely Stacie “The illustrations are so much fun, and the story is really cute. And who doesn’t like a good story where the woman saves the day AND gets credit for it??” —Texas Girl Reads “Sue Fliess tells a riveting, giggle-ripe story in rhyme, and Mark Chambers amps up the energy with playful artwork that features Rudolph with an entirely red muzzle and an exhausted Mrs. Claus, elves and reindeer catching forty winks at the very end.” —Washington Parent
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Amazon Publishing Brianna Bright, Ballerina Knight
Book SynopsisWhen Princess Brianna Bright’s dreams of becoming a ballerina seem doomed, she knows it’s time to find out exactly what it is she’s destined to do. Discovering her true talent won’t be easy—but Brianna won’t give up, especially not with her trusty dog, Pixie, at her side! Together Brianna and Pixie try all kinds of activities. Along the way, Brianna finds herself drawn to something she never expected. And when the palace is in peril, it’s up to her to save the day…using her new talents! Readers will cheer for the plucky Brianna Bright as she embarks on her quest to find her true heart’s desire.Trade Review“Hee’s brightly colored digital illustrations feature a pale-skinned, beribboned Brianna with a perfectly coifed black ponytail and big black eyes. Descriptive words and verbs are emphasized in differently colored type, usually pink.” —Kirkus Reviews “Hee’s soft, colorful illustrations have a sunny Disney vibe, and the general tone makes it appropriate for story time—this is not strictly a princess book! Calvert introduces plenty of ballet and fencing terminology along the way and even includes a glossary.” —Booklist
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Hachette Children's Group Little Guides to Great Lives: Anne Frank
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£9.43
Stone Arch Books Hettie and the London Blitz: A World War II
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£23.98
Capstone Press Hettie and the London Blitz: A World War II
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£9.99
Capstone Press Constance and the Dangerous Crossing: A Mayflower
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£9.99
Workman Publishing Mary Bowser and the Civil War Spy Ring: A Spy on
Book SynopsisYour Mission: Find Mary’s secret diary using spycraft stools to uncover hidden codes! It’s a true story of bravery: Mary Bowser was an African American spy for the Union who worked as a maid in the mansion of Confederate Jefferson Davis. From hair-raising close calls when she almost gets caught to how she uses her photographic memory to “steal” top secret documents. Mary’s story reads like a gripping novel.It’s a mystery to solve: There are clues embedded in the story’s text and illustrations, and Spycraft materials—including a replica Civil War cipher wheel—come in an envelope at the beginning of the book. Use both to discover what happened to Mary Bowser’s secret diary.
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Random House USA Inc The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to
Book SynopsisImagine learning to read at the age of 116! Discover the true story of Mary Walker, the nation''s oldest student who did just that, in this picture book from a Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator and a rising star author. In 1848, Mary Walker was born into slavery. At age 15, she was freed, and by age 20, she was married and had her first child. By age 68, she had worked numerous jobs, including cooking, cleaning, babysitting, and selling sandwiches to raise money for her church. At 114, she was the last remaining member of her family. And at 116, she learned to read. From Rita Lorraine Hubbard and rising star Oge More comes the inspirational story of Mary Walker, a woman whose long life spanned from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, and who--with perseverance and dedication--proved that you''re never too old to learn.
£19.94
Penguin Putnam Inc Who Was Selena?
Book SynopsisDiscover why Selena, the Queen of Tejano music, became one of the most celebrated Mexican-American entertainers of the twentieth century!As a young girl, Selena Quintanilla sang in a band called Selena y Los Dinos with her brother and sister. The family performed at fairs, weddings, quinceañeras, and on street corners in their native Texas. Selena learned how to sing in Spanish and soon became hugely popular within the Latino community--so much so that she became the best-selling Latin artist of the 1990s. Selena was poised to be a great success, but her life was cut short after being fatally wounded by the president of her fan club. Selena's contributions to music and fashion during her life made her one of the top Latin musicians in the 1990s, and readers will want to know more about the woman who introduced the world to Tejano music.
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Penguin Putnam Inc What Is the Story of Nancy Drew?
Book SynopsisWhen the very modern character of Nancy Drew first appeared in 1930, no one had a clue that she would remain a star for the next century! To this day, Nancy is still the main character in new TV shows, movies, and books. What makes her so interesting to so many generations of readers? Nancy can do it all! She's a daring teenage girl who solves mysteries, expertly drives her famous blue car, cooks like a gourmet chef, swims like a pro, and more! Since her first appearance, the prodigy detective has inspired young readers to believe that they can do it all, too.
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Kids Can Press Canadian Women Now and Then: More Than 100
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£18.99
Kids Can Press The Collectors
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£16.14
Sleeping Bear Press The Voice That Won the Vote: How One Woman's
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£16.14
Sleeping Bear Press Headstrong Hallie!: The Story of Hallie Morse
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£16.14
Sleeping Bear Press A Girl Like You
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