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Books in 101 Awesome Women series

  • 101 Awesome Women Who Changed Our World

    Julia Adams, Louise Wright

    Paperback (Arcturus, Nov. 1, 2018)
    Discover the lives of 101 trailblazing women and the remarkable things they achieved. This beautifully illustrated book is packed with bitesize biographies of activists, leaders, athletes, artists, explorers, and STEM innovators. From the celebrated to the overlooked, these women overcame odds, defied expectations and shattered stereotypes and their stories are sure to inspire young readers and encourage them to dream big. Spanning across history and from all over the globe, these figures include: • J.K. Rowling • Malala Yousafzai • Marie Curie • Maya Angelou • Wangari Maathai • Anne Frank • Simone Biles • Ada Lovelace • And many more! Written in a friendly and accessible style, this book includes quotations, fun facts and charming illustrations which bring the lives of these inspiring women to life. Perfect for kids aged 8+.
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  • 101 Awesome Women Who Transformed Science

    Claire Philip, Isabel Muñoz

    Paperback (Arcturus, Feb. 15, 2020)
    Discover the inspirational stories of 101 brilliant female scientists and the many discoveries, inventions and breakthroughs they brought into the world. This book features inspiring STEM heroes from many different countries and cultures, some of which are still working today - pushing the frontiers of scientific fields from engineering to astrophysics. These trailblazing women will fire the imagination of children everywhere! The captivating biographies, quotations and accessible facts are brought to life with charming illustrations. These pioneering women include:• Katherine G. Johnson (African American mathematician during NASAs first space launch)• Ellen Ochoa (First Hispanic woman astronaut)• Émilie du Châtelet (French mathematician in the 1700s who fought for her rights to study math/science) • Etta Zuber Falconer (one of the 1st African American women to receive a PhD in Mathematics) • Carol Shaw (First female video game designer)• Joy Adamson (scientist/conservationist who raised lion cubs)• Sun Yung Alice Chang (Chinese American mathematician) This is a perfect title for kids aged 8+.
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  • 12 Awesome Women Explorers: You've Never Heard Of

    Ms Lynn Schreiber

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Feb. 4, 2015)
    The first in a series of non-fiction books for kids, highlighting the achievements and legacies of women you've never heard of! Follow in the footsteps of twelve awesome women, as they walk, run, ski and sail around the earth, fly into the sky, and rocket into outer space. From modern and ancient times, these women from different walks of life share a thirst for knowledge, a brave heart, and a yearning to explore.
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