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Books in Women LEading the Way: Blastoff Readers, Level 2 series

  • Dolores Huerta: Labor Activist

    Kate Moening

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Yes she could! Dolores Huerta inspired workers and led the way for change in wages and working conditions. This low-level text follows her journey from teacher to activist, and the challenges she had to face as a woman in these roles. A timeline, inspirational quotes, and other features add to this engaging title for beginning readers. Extraordinary women are changing the world! They are leaders shaping the way we think about science, business, design, politics, and more. This biography series for early readers uses informative text and engaging features to highlight remarkable women at the forefront of their fields.
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  • Malala Yousafzai: Education Activist

    Kate Moening

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    By age 11, Malala Yousafzai was already working to change the world! The young activist has been working ever since to ensure that children around the world have access to education. This title explores how Malala began her work and where the future might take her, with features including a hometown map and inspirational quotes. Young readers will learn that they dont have to be adults to lead the way! Extraordinary women are changing the world! They are leaders shaping the way we think about science, business, design, politics, and more. This biography series for early readers uses informative text and engaging features to highlight remarkable women at the forefront of their fields.
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  • Vera Wang: Fashion Designer

    Kate Moening

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2020)
    Despite childhood dreams of becoming an Olympic ice skater, Vera Wang found her true calling in the world of fashion. Since the early 1990s, she has built a fashion empire known for beautiful, unique designs. This book follows Veras rise with leveled text, great photos, and special features such as a profile, a timeline, quotes, and more!
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  • Susan Wojcicki: CEO of YouTube

    Kate Moening

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Rising through the ranks at Google to become CEO of YouTube, Susan Wojcicki is a tech titan! Profiles and timelines help chronicle the life of this savvy CEO, from her childhood to her role today. Young readers will be inspired to see how Susan took her career from her parents garage to become the leader at YouTube in this low-level title. Extraordinary women are changing the world! They are leaders shaping the way we think about science, business, design, politics, and more. This biography series for early readers uses informative text and engaging features to highlight remarkable women at the forefront of their fields.
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  • Sara Seager: Planetary Scientist

    Paige V. Polinsky

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Is there an Earth twin hiding in the stars? Sara Seager is on a mission to find out! The astrophysicist is leading the quest to explore planets beyond our solar system. Early readers can discover more about Saras life and scientific work in this engaging biography.
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  • Dolores Huerta: Labor Activist

    Kate Moening

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Yes she could! Dolores Huerta inspired workers and led the way for change in wages and working conditions. This low-level text follows her journey from teacher to activist, and the challenges she had to face as a woman in these roles. A timeline, inspirational quotes, and other features add to this engaging title for beginning readers. Extraordinary women are changing the world! They are leaders shaping the way we think about science, business, design, politics, and more. This biography series for early readers uses informative text and engaging features to highlight remarkable women at the forefront of their fields.
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  • Serena Williams: Tennis Star

    Kate Moening

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Serena WIlliams is one of the greatest tennis players of all time! From her first Grand Slam in 1999, Serena has dominated the courts while also working off-court to fight for equality for women and people of color. Beginning readers will learn all about her rise to stardom, from childhood to championships and future goals. A profile, timeline, map, and inspirational quotes make this low-level title a grand slam! Extraordinary women are changing the world! They are leaders shaping the way we think about science, business, design, politics, and more. This biography series for early readers uses informative text and engaging features to highlight remarkable women at the forefront of their fields.
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  • Zaha Hadid: Architect

    Christina Leaf

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Just like her showy designs, Zaha Hadid challenges peoples ideas about what is normal. One of few female architects in a male-dominated field, Zaha fought for respect and ended up one of the most famous architects in the world! Learn about the life, achievements, and work of this ground-breaking architect in this biography for young readers.
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  • Angela Merkel: Chancellor of Germany

    Kate Moening

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    In 2018, Angela Merkel was named the most powerful woman in the world! Throughout her life, Angela has worked hard to gain the trust of her country and become chancellor. Engaging text, timelines, maps, and other unique features chart Angelas journey in this title for beginning readers. Extraordinary women are changing the world! They are leaders shaping the way we think about science, business, design, politics, and more. This biography series for early readers uses informative text and engaging features to highlight remarkable women at the forefront of their fields.
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  • Indra Nooyi: CEO of PepsiCo

    Paige V. Polinsky

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Its not easy running one of the largest corporations in the world, but Indra Nooyi is up to the task. This low-level title takes early readers through the PepsiCo CEOs childhood in India, all the way up to her present-day work, creating healthier snacks and a modern Pepsi design. Indra Nooyi is leading business into the future!
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  • Rachel Carson: Environmentalist

    Christina Leaf

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    It wasnt long ago that pesticides threatened a national environmental crisis - until Rachel Carsons Silent Spring turned the tide. A shy, serious girl, young Rachel became a biologist when few women went to college, and grew up to be one of the most influential scientists and writers of our time. Budding environmentalists will love this biography for early readers!
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  • Boxers

    Mari Schuh

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Don't let boxers intimidate you. They're actually one of the goofiest dog breeds! Although their muscular bodies and watchful dispositions make them great police dogs, boxers are also loyal family companions. Find out more about the boxer's personality in this title for young learners.
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