Children’s / Teenage general interest: Girls and women
Running Press Kids Girls Make Movies
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£16.19
National Geographic Kids Breaking Through How Female Athletes Shattered
Book SynopsisAward-winning author Sue Macy offers a fresh and timely account of women in sports in the 1920s, and how their determination, talent, and defiance in the face of criticism promoted women's rights, redefined femininity, and changed the course of history.Macy offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the journey of women's rights through the lens of women in sports during the pivotal decade of the 1920s. With elegant prose, poignant wit, and fascinating primary sources, Macy explores the many hurdles presented to female athletes as they stormed the field, stepped up to bat, and won the right to compete in sports. Featuring bold and talented heroines, this book documents how the social issues and morals of the decade--from politics to segregation to the media--helped shape the changing narratives around women and alter the course of history entirely. It is a fascinating window into a rich and seldom explored history, and also a topical reminder of the many discussions sur
£27.46
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Complete Summer I Turned Pretty Trilogy
Book SynopsisNow an Original Series on Prime Video! From New York Times bestselling author Jenny Han comes the complete hardcover collection of The Summer I Turned Pretty series.Belly has always lived for the summertime because it means all her favorite things: swimming, the beach, and the Fischer boys, Conrad and Jeremiah. She has spent every summer with them at Cousins Beach for as long as she can remember. She has always been in love with Conrad and finally, one summer, it seems like he might have feelings for her, too. But it turns out, so does Jeremiah. As the summers go on, Belly has to choose between two brothers who love her as she comes to the realization that she will have to break one of their hearts. This hardcover boxed set includes: The Summer I Turned Pretty It’s Not Summer Without You We’ll Always Have Summer
£44.99
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Soccer
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s soccer, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£10.44
Penguin Putnam Inc Pippi Longstocking
Book SynopsisThe beloved story of a spunky young girl and her hilarious escapades. Tommy and his sister Annika have a new neighbor, and her name is Pippi Longstocking. She has red pigtails, no parents to tell her what to do, a horse that lives on her porch, and a pet monkey named Mr. Nilsson. Whether Pippi's scrubbing her floors, doing arithmetic, or stirring things up at a fancy tea party, her flair for the outrageous always seems to lead to another adventure.A rollicking story. —The Horn Book
£9.02
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Softball
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s softball, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£10.44
Quarto Publishing PLC Maria Montessori
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£13.35
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dear Girl
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£16.99
Atheneum Books The Woman Who Rides Like a Man
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£12.15
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Lacrosse
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s lacrosse, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc P.S. Be Eleven
Book SynopsisRead the adventures of eleven-year-old Delphine and her younger sisters, Vonetta and Fern, as they visit their kin all over the rapidly changing nation—and as they discover that the bonds of family, and their own strength, run deeper than they ever knew possible. “The Gaither sisters are an irresistible trio.Trade Review"This thoughtful story, told with humor and heart, rings with the rhythms and the dilemmas of the '60s through characters real enough to touch." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Funny, wise, poignant, and thought-provoking, this will leave readers wanting more about Delphine and her sisters." -- Horn Book (starred review) "..the Gaither sisters are an irresistible trio. Williams-Garcia excels at conveying defining moments of American society from their point of view-this is historical fiction that's as full of heart as it is of heartbreak." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "P.S. Be Eleven is a must-read for fans of the first book, but it can also stand alone as an engrossing novel that will leave readers pondering important issues of race, gender, and identity." -- School Library Journal (starred review) PRAISE FOR ONE CRAZY SUMMER: "In One Crazy Summer Williams-Garcia presents a child's-eye view of the Black Panther movement within a powerful and affecting story of sisterhood and motherhood. -- Monica Edinger, writing in The New York Times PRAISE FOR ONE CRAZY SUMMER: "One Crazy Summer is a genuine rarity: a book that is both important in its contents and utterly engaging in its characters...with the tremendous bonus of being beautifully written." -- Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medal-winning author of A Single Shard Praise for P.S. BE ELEVEN: "P.S. Be Eleven is a must-read for fans of the first book, but it can also stand alone as an engrossing novel that will leave readers pondering important issues of race, gender, and identity." -- School Library Journal (starred review) PRAISE FOR ONE CRAZY SUMMER: "Delphine is the pitch-perfect older sister, wise beyond her years, an expert at handling her siblings...while the girls are caught up in the difficulties of adults, their resilience is celebrated and energetically told with writing that snaps off the page" -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) PRAISE FOR ONE CRAZY SUMMER: "Regimented, responsible, strong-willed Delphine narrates in an unforgettable voice, but each of the sisters emerges as a distinct, memorable character, whose hard-won, tenuous connections with their mother build to an aching, triumphant conclusion." -- Booklist (starred review) PRAISE FOR ONE CRAZY SUMMER: "The setting and time period are as vividly realized as the characters, and readers will want to know more about Delphine and her sisters after they return to Brooklyn..." -- Horn Book (starred review)
£9.35
HarperCollins The ForgetMeNot Summer
Book SynopsisThis charming story about three California sisters spending the summer on Cape Cod is perfect for fans of The Penderwicks—as a starred ALA Booklist review raved—and The Mother-Daughter Book Club.Though Marigold, Zinnia, and Lily Silver couldn’t be more different, they’re all excited about summer vacation.Trade Review"THE FORGET-ME-NOT SUMMER brims with hilarity and sisterly hijinks." -- Rita Williams-Garcia, Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author "Howland gives more nuance than is often seen in middle-grade fiction. Reminiscent of the Penderwicks series. Readers will be drawn in, and once inside, they will find a book that might well become a favorite." -- Booklist (starred review) "Perfect for middle grades and a clean read for all ages, this summer-vacation novel is a breath of realistic fresh air and a welcome addition to any school or public library." -- 5Q, 4P review, Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) "The real-life dynamics between the sisters [are] humorous and touching. This heartwarming story is hard to put down. -- School Library Journal "Well-told with engaging characters." -- Kirkus Reviews
£8.92
Penguin Putnam Inc Hope Was Here
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£11.39
Penguin Putnam Inc Who Was Harriet Tubman
Book SynopsisBorn a slave in Maryland, Harriet Tubman knew first-hand what it meant to be someone''s property; she was whipped by owners and almost killed by an overseer. It was from other field hands that she first heard about the Underground Railroad which she travelled by herself north to Philadelphia. Throughout her long life (she died at the age of ninety-two) and long after the Civil War brought an end to slavery, this amazing woman was proof of what just one person can do.
£7.57
American Girl Publishing Inc A Smart Girl's Guide: Making a Difference: Using
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£11.69
Lerner Publishing Group Behind the Bookcase
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£7.99
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Malala: Activist for Girls' Education
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£16.19
Penguin USA Shout
Book SynopsisA New York Times bestseller and one of 2019's best-reviewed books, a poetic memoir and call to action from the award-winning author of Speak, Laurie Halse Anderson!Bestselling author Laurie Halse Anderson is known for the unflinching way she writes about, and advocates for, survivors of sexual assault. Now, inspired by her fans and enraged by how little in our culture has changed since her groundbreaking novel Speak was first published twenty years ago, she has written a poetry memoir that is as vulnerable as it is rallying, as timely as it is timeless. In free verse, Anderson shares reflections, rants, and calls to action woven between deeply personal stories from her life that she's never written about before. Described as powerful, captivating, and essential in the nine starred reviews it's received, this must-read memoir is being hailed as one of 2019's best books for teens and adults. A denouncement of our society's failures and a love letter to
£12.70
Penguin Putnam Inc Super Sweet Treasury
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£12.34
Penguin Putnam Inc Best Friends Forever
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£6.99
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Fans in the Stands
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£7.59
Penguin Young Readers I Am Malala Yousafzai
Book SynopsisThe youngest ever Nobel Prize laureate, Pakistani women’s rights activist Malala Yousafzai, is the 26th hero in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8. (Cover may vary)Malala Yousafzai won the Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 17 for speaking out against injustice even when it was terrifying to do so. She was an ordinary Muslim girl who wanted to attend school, and she refused to stop protesting for her rights even after being attacked by a powerful group in Pakistan who wanted women to remain in the shadows. She continues to fight for women’s rights and free education for children all over the world. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero’s history
£11.69
Rockridge Press The Story of Ella Fitzgerald: A Biography Book
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£8.66
Rockridge Press The Story of Eliza Hamilton: A Biography Book for
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£8.82
Montena La pequeña princesa / The Little Princess
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£15.92
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Princess in Black: Three Monster-Battling
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£18.87
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Days of Blood Starlight 2 Daughter of Smoke
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£13.49
Sourcebooks Lightbringer
Book SynopsisClaire Legrand is the author of several novels for children and young adults, most notably The Cavendish Home for Boys and Girls, Some Kind of Happiness, Winterspell, and The Empirium Trilogy. Claire lives in New Jersey. Visit claire-legrand.com.Trade Review"[A] conclusion sure to satisfy fans of the trilogy," - Kirkus Reviews"A rousing conclusion to a series studded with unforgettable heroes and villains." - Booklist"Legrand brings her trilogy to a triumphant but bittersweet ending, effortlessly weaving together complicated plot strands and giving further nuance to already complex characters" - The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
£14.99
Little Bee Books SAVING THE COUNTRYSIDEBEATRIX POTTER
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£14.66
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Swimming
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s swimming, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£10.44
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Track and Field
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s track and field, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£10.44
Atheneum Books In the Hand of the Goddess
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£11.69
Summer and Muu The Girl Who Makes A Million Mistakes
£13.62
Random House USA Inc A Is for Audra Broadways Leading Ladies from A to
Book SynopsisBroadway babies, it''s never too early to learn about the great women of American musical theater! From Audra McDonald to Liza with a Z, this is a showstopping alphabet board book featuring your favorite leading ladies of the Broadway stage.Step into the spotlight and celebrate a cavalcade of Broadway''s legendary leading ladies. Start with A for six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, then sing and dance your way through the alphabet with beloved entertainers like Carol Channing, Angela Lansbury, Patti LuPone, Bernadette Peters, Chita Rivera, Lea Salonga, and Liza Minnelli!With their signature voices and iconic roles, these talented women have created some of the greatest moments in musical theater history. Broadway fans and theater lovers everywhere will give a standing ovation to this one-of-a-kind tribute full of toe-tapping rhymes, with illustrations as bright and beautiful as the shining lights on any marquee.
£8.99
Quarto Publishing PLC Marie Curie Spanish Edition
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£8.54
Quarto Publishing PLC Frida Kahlo Spanish Edition
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£8.54
Rockridge Press Ultimate Self-Love Workbook for Teen Girls: Build
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£13.29
Rockridge Press Adventure Girls! Stem Crafts: 40 Activities for
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£13.49
Rockridge Press Anti-Bullying Book for Girls
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£12.34
Rockridge Press 5-Minute Gratitude Journal for Teen Girls:
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£14.24
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Summer I Turned Pretty
Book SynopsisNow an Original Series on Prime Video! Belly has an unforgettable summer in this stunning start to the Summer I Turned Pretty series from the New York Times bestselling author of To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, Jenny Han.Some summers are just destined to be pretty. Belly measures her life in summers. Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August. Winters are simply a time to count the weeks until the next summer, a place away from the beach house, away from Susannah, and most importantly, away from Jeremiah and Conrad. They are the boys that Belly has known since her very first summer—they have been her brother figures, her crushes, and everything in between. But one summer, one wonderful and terrible summer, the more everything changes, the more it all ends up just the way it should have been all along.
£10.79
Penguin Putnam Inc Who Was Queen Elizabeth II
Book SynopsisHow did a little girl who loved horses become the longest reigning monarch in England? Find out in this addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series! In 1936, the life of ten-year-old Princess Elizabeth of York changed forever. Although she was a member of the British Royal Family, she never expected to become queen. But when her uncle Edward gave up the throne, suddenly her father was the new king, which meant young Elizabeth was next in line! Queen Elizabeth reigned for seventy years, and while there were palaces galore, the crown jewels, and trips around the world, her life was one of strict discipline and duty. This riveting chronicle follows the life of a woman who was both a public figure and an intensely private person and explores how she kept the monarchy together through good times and bad.
£7.51
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Basketball
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s basketball, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£10.44
North Star Editions She's Got Game: Women in Hockey
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the development of women’s hockey, as well as the sport’s star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review"Highly recommended for every library." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£10.44
North Star Editions Groundbreaking Women in Politics: Tammy Duckworth
Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the political career of Tammy Duckworth. Concise text, thought-provoking discussion questions, and compelling photos give the reader an insightful look into the impacts Duckworth has had on the urgent issues of today.Trade Review"Welcome additions to most libraries." – School Library journal, Series Made Simple
£29.74
Penguin Random House Children's UK Penguin Readers Level 1 Tales of Adventurous
Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.These folk tales tell the stories of four brave girls from four different countries around the world: Zanzibar, Japan, India and China. The girls all have to do dangerous and difficult things, so they must be strong and clever. Join them on their adventures!
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group Favourite Stories of Courageous Girls
Book SynopsisThis wonderful anthology features the stories of some of the best-loved heroines in children''s books. From Jo March who sells her hair to raise money for her family, to George''s single-minded commitment to protecting her island in The Famous Five to Bobbie''s quick-thinking action that prevents a train crash in The Railway Children, these girls demonstrate courage beyond their years. Each of the 24 chapters contains an introduction about the courageous girl featured and a satisfying extract from the original book. These fictional heroines will inspire young readers with their stories of expectations defied, fears faced and obstacles overcome. This collection is also bound to tempt readers to discover these classic novels for themselves.Classic novels featured include Little Women, Anne of Green Gables, Five on a Treasure Island, The Railway Children, Jane Eyre, A Little Princess, Pollyanna and The Wizard of Oz, as well as beloved fairy t
£6.99
Insight Kids Disney Princess Tea Parties Cookbook (Kids
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£14.39
