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Book SynopsisA rollicking read-aloud and terrific read-to-myself story, full of complete with backmatter about Isabella''s favorite women throughout history!
A New York Times Bestseller!
Just How Big Can a Little Girl Dream? Ask Isabella
She takes a wild rideand discovers the sky''s the limit!
Who Is Your Hero?
Isabella''s include U.S. Astronaut Sally Ride, activist Rosa Parks, and sharpshooter Annie Oakleybut there''s no bigger hero than Isabella''s own mommy! Join Isabella on an adventure of discoveryand find out how imagining to be these extraordinary women teaches her the importance of being her extraordinary self.
This storyspeaks frankly about self-identity and self affirmation as Isabella decides at the end that she is actually herselfbecause she possesses the best parts of all of the women she looks up to.ForeWord Magazine
The colorful mixed-media artwork reinforces the fanciful, upbeat tone of the book. Use this story to ignite young readers'' interest in women''s h
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""The exuberance of the text and typography, coupled with Isabella's force of personality, ensures that the pages fly along, largely and blessedly free of the earnestness that plagues so many "girls can do anything" books."" - Publishers Weekly
"A tremendous book." - Mommy's Memorandum
" "A great story for little girls!"" - Amanda's Favs
""The perfect book to teach young girls about the inner strength of their gender."
" - New Age Mama
""It's the kind of book that can open a little girl's mind up to a world of new stories simply by letting her explore all the possibilities."" - BabyCenter
""Fun inspiration...sure to be enjoyed." " - Chronicles of an Infant Bibliophile
""A delightful tale of young Isabella trying on the personality of daring women who left an indelible mark on history."" - Modern Home Modern Baby
""[A story that] invokes a combination of girl power and history."" - Kiwi Magazine
""Empowering to young girls and very positive."" - Eco Child's Play
""Isabella puts an imaginative spin on her day-to-day activities that reminds us all that we can do anything and be anyone we choose."" - Parenting Pink
""The perfect book for the girls! "" - Mommy Mandy
""This book does a superb job at introducing the reader to real life women who were and are strong role models for young women."" - Dad of Divas
""Perfect for any kid who is constantly imagining what they want to be when they grow up."" - Momtrends
""Not only is this a great story to help inspire little girls, it's a great book to help teach any child about women's history."" - Katie Talks About
""Would willing share this book with friends and family."" - My 5 Monkeys
""This book will inspire and empower young girls to make a difference in whatever they choose to do, and show them they don't have to pretend only to be mermaids, princesses, and fairies."" - Non-Toxic Kids
""Isabella also teaches adults, who may feel like it's too late to make a change, that's there's always time to follow your dream."" - Arms of a Sister
""This is a wonderful book to introduce girls to some amazing role models and empower them with the knowledge that they can be anything they want to be."" - Examiner
""If you have a daughter, niece, granddaughter or a special little girl in your life "My Name is Not Isabella" is the perfect gift."" - My Own Backyard
""The book moved me in a way that very few children's books have been able to do."" - Raising Them Green
""A great fun book about imagination that is inspirational."" - Creative Madness Mama
