Children’s / Teenage general interest: Girls and women
Candlewick Press,U.S. Love Is Powerful
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£16.19
Candlewick Press,U.S. My Brigadista Year
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Lighter than Air: Sophie Blanchard, the First
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£7.16
Candlewick Press,U.S. Martina and Chrissie: The Greatest Rivalry in the
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Soccer School Season 1: Where Soccer Explains
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£7.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Radical Element: 12 Stories of Daredevils,
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£11.69
Candlewick Press,U.S. Somebody Give This Heart a Pen
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£14.44
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Suffragist Playbook: Your Guide to Changing
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£14.44
Candlewick Press,U.S. Wild Girl: How to Have Incredible Outdoor
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£17.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. House of Dreams: The Life of L. M. Montgomery
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£9.49
Candlewick Press,U.S. How Do You Spell Unfair?: MacNolia Cox and the
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£16.14
Candlewick Press,U.S. Moving the Millers' Minnie Moore Mine Mansion: A
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£16.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Talia's Codebook for Mathletes
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£17.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Healer and Witch
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£16.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Somebody Give This Heart a Pen
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£7.59
Candlewick Press,U.S. Blood Moon
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£10.44
Candlewick Press,U.S. Goddess Crown
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£16.58
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Suffragist Playbook: Your Guide to Changing
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£9.49
Candlewick Press,U.S. Wearing My Mother's Heart
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£16.14
Candlewick Press,U.S. Healer and Witch
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Talia's Codebook for Mathletes
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£12.34
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Little Match Girl Strikes Back
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£16.99
Blackstone Publishing Loved
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£18.06
Amazon Publishing Jessie: Queen of the Road
Book SynopsisA story about being brave, believing in yourself, and breaking barriers—inspired by seven female motorcyclists. In the early twentieth century, a teenage Jessie races the streets of New York City—the only female motorcycle around. After being called unladylike too many times, she leaves and becomes the first female motorcycle to traverse America. But a few years later, when she tries to enlist during World War I, she’s turned down because she’s a woman. So she sets her own course, meeting other female motorcycles, working as a stunt rider, and eventually becoming a courier during World War II. Over the decades and after many achievements—and a few color changes—one thing is clear to Jessie: there’s always a new adventure just around the bend. Inspired by seven women who rode motorcycles and achieved notable distinctions in an era when they faced numerous barriers, this story is a reminder of the possibilities that await us and what we can accomplish, even against the odds.Trade Review“A spunky tribute to early twentieth-century female adventurers.” —Booklist “Delightful illustrations and a bit of repetitious text turn a nonfiction topic into an entertaining and educational picture book.” —Midwest Book Review
£12.99
£13.59
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Watch Us Rise
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£17.09
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Send a Girl!: The True Story of How Women Joined
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£16.19
Bloomsbury YA Watch Us Rise
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£11.39
Bloomsbury YA My Second Impression of You
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£17.09
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Reckless, Glorious, Girl
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£15.29
Fitzhenry & Whiteside Girl Who Loved Giraffes: And Became the World's
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£19.76
Creative Editions Virginia Was a Spy
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£17.99
Rainbow Publishers & Legacy Press God and Me! 2 Ages 6-9
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£13.24
Chicago Review Press Seized by the Sun: The Life and Disappearance of
Book SynopsisOf the 38 Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) confirmed or presumed dead in World War II, only one—Gertrude “Tommy” Tompkins—is still missing. On October 26, 1944, the 32-year-old fighter plane pilot lifted off from Mines Field in Los Angeles. She was never seen again.Seized by the Sun is the story of a remarkable woman who overcame a troubled childhood and the societal constraints of her time to find her calling flying the fastest and most powerful airplane of World War II. It is also a compelling unsolved mystery.Born in 1912 to a wealthy New Jersey family, Gertrude’s childhood was marked by her mother’s bouts with depression and her father’s relentless search for a cure for the debilitating stutter that afflicted Gertrude throughout her life. Teased and struggling in school, young Gertrude retreated to a solitary existence. As a young woman she dabbled in raising goats and aimlessly crisscrossed the globe in an attempt to discover her purpose.As war loomed in Europe, Gertrude met the love of her life, a Royal Air Force pilot who was killed flying over Holland. Telling her sister that she “couldn’t stop crying, so she focused on learning to fly,” Gertrude applied to join the newly formed Women’s Air Force Service Pilots. She went on to become such a superior pilot that she was one of only 126 WASPs selected to fly fighter planes. After her first flight in the powerful P-51 Mustang, her stutter left her for good.Gertrude’s sudden disappearance remains a mystery to this day. Award-winning author Jim Ure leads readers through Gertrude’s fascinating life; provides a detailed account of the WASPs’ daily routines, training, and challenges; and describes the ongoing search for Gertrude’s wreck and remains. The result of years of research and interviews with Gertrude’s family, friends, and fellow WASPs, Seized by the Sun is an invaluable addition to any student’s or history buff’s bookshelf.Trade Review" Seized by the Sun is a compelling slice of Americana and a wonderfully detailed glimpse at life in the WASPs from the perspective of a privileged yet tortured young woman." Kathryn J. Atwood, author of Women Heroes of World War II"Part concise history of the WASPs and part unsolved mystery, Seized by the Sun is a long-overdue tribute to a determined and talented young woman as her identity changes from a shy and stuttering society girl to a confident military pilot. A deftly reported, shining portrait of an inspirational woman." Elizabeth Wein, award-winning author of Code Name Verity and Rose Under Fire
£16.16
Chicago Review Press Women Heroes of the American Revolution: 20
Book SynopsisEvery schoolchild knows about Paul Revere’s 20-mile ride to warn that the British were coming. Far fewer know that 16-year-old Sybil Ludington rode twice as far to help her father, Colonel Ludington, muster his scattered troops to fight a marauding enemy. Few know about Martha Bratton, who blew up a supply of gunpowder to keep it from approaching British troops and boldly claimed, “It was I who did it!” Susan Casey gives Ludington, Bratton, and 18 other remarkable girls and women of the Revolution the spotlight they deserve in this lively collection of biographical profiles. Drawing on interviews with historians and descendants as well as primary source material, this is an invaluable resource for any student’s or history buff’s bookshelf.Trade Review"A fine, useful resource for students of American history." -- Booklist"This well-researched book sheds light on lesser known women of this period and is an excellent way to incorporate diversity into the curriculum." -- School Library Journal"Helpful, sometimes-humorous touches include explanations of archaic activities, lifestyles and social mores; well-documented primary and secondary sources; and clear instructions on how to read a political cartoon. A good starting point for further research." -- Kirkus Reviews
£13.25
Chicago Review Press The Many Faces of Josephine Baker: Dancer,
Book SynopsisWith determination and audacity, Josephine Baker used her comic and musical abilities to become a worldwide icon of the Jazz Age. This lively biography covers her outspoken participation in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement, espionage work for the French Resistance during World War II and adoption of 12 children—her “rainbow tribe.” The lush photographs, in-depth appendix, source notes and bibliography make this is a must-have resource for any student, Baker fan or history buff.
£13.25
Chicago Review Press Cleopatra and Ancient Egypt for Kids: Her Life
Book Synopsis2018 San Diego Book Awards Finalist Cleopatra has been called intelligent and scheming, ambitious and ruthless, sensual and indulgent. This unique biography captures the excitement of her life story, including portions that have been largely neglected, such as her interest in literature and science and her role as a mother, and allows readers to draw their own conclusions. Cleopatra and Ancient Egypt for Kids also includes maps, time lines, online resources, a glossary, and 21 engaging hands-on activities to help readers better appreciate the ancient culture and era in which Cleopatra lived. Kids will: - Create a beaded Egyptian-style necklace - Build a simple Nile River boat - Prepare homemade yogurt - Construct a model shadoof, a tool used to raise water to higher ground for irrigation - Translate their names into hieroglyphs for a cartouche bookmark - "Mummify" a hot dog - Write an Egyptian love poem - And more!Trade Review"By blending the facts and mythology of Cleopatra's life with 21 varied, creative, and often STEM-based activities, this offers an intriguing, accessible glimpse into ancient Egypt." -- Booklist
£16.10
Bellwood Press I Love My Name
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£12.30
Nomad Press Feminism: The March Toward Equal Rights for Women
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£21.80
Nomad Press Feminism: The March Toward Equal Rights for Women
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£17.05
Nomad Press Gutsy Girls Go for Science - Engineers: With Stem
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£14.20
Nomad Press Gutsy Girls Go for Science - Paleontologists:
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£14.20
Roaring Brook Press Mary's Monster: Love, Madness, and How Mary
Book SynopsisBoth timely and terrifying. Gregory Macguire, New York Timesbestselling author of WickedPairing free verse with over three hundred pages of black-and-white watercolor illustrations, Mary's Monster is a unique and stunning biography of Mary Shelley, the pregnant teenage runaway who became one of the greatest authors of all time.Legend is correct that Mary Shelley began penning Frankenstein in answer to a dare to write a ghost story. What most people don''t know, however, is that the seeds of her novel had been planted long before that night. By age nineteen, she had been disowned by her family, was living in scandal with a married man, and had lost her baby daughter just days after her birth. Mary poured her grief, pain, and passion into the powerful book still revered two hundred years later, and in Mary''s Monster, author/illustrator Lita Judge has poured her own passion into a gorgeous book that pays tribute to the life of this incredible author.A 2019 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade BookA 2019 Amelia Bloomer Project BookThis title has Common Core connections.
£22.09
Calkins Creek Books Born to Swing: Lil Hardin Armstrong's Life in
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£16.16
Loqueleo Quien Fue Amelia Earhart?
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£12.30
Astra Publishing House Born Hungry: Julia Child Becomes the French Chef
Book SynopsisJunior Library Guild SelectionHow did Julia Child become one of America''s most celebrated and beloved chefs? Her grandnephew reveals her story in this picture book that Jacques Pepin calls a vivid portrait . . . an enjoyable read. Julia''s kid-friendly recipe for Oeufs Brouillés (Scrambled Eggs) is included!Julia Child was born hungry, but she was not born a chef. In fact, Julia didn’t discover her passion for cooking until she had a life-changing luncheon in France and became determined to share her newfound love of food with everyone. In Paris, Julia devoured recipe books, shopped in outdoor markets, consumed all kinds of foods, and whipped through culinary school. And although she wasn''t always successful in the kitchen, she was determined to master the art of French cooking. Through perseverance and grit, Julia became a chef who shared her passion with the world, making cooking fun, and turning every meal into a special event. Alex Prud''homme''s firsthand knowledge paired with Sarah Green''s vibrant and energetic illustrations showcases Julia''s life and celebrates her enduring legacy.
£16.14
Astra Publishing House Shining Star: Vera Rubin Discovers Dark Matter
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£16.14
Rockridge Press Story of Katherine Johnson
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£8.82
