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Women through history (88 series)

Before They Were Famous (Crabtree Crown)  

We only know about famous people after they do something famous. But what about before they were famous? Learn about these well known figures in American history, what their lives were like as they were growing up, and what they did that made them famous. Every book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Beginner Biography (LOOK! Books™)  

Role models are all around us. People who do things to make life better for others can be role models. And some people are role models because they show us how to overcome challenges.

Biographies of Diverse Heroes (Crabtree Seedlings)  

Have you ever wondered why someone is great or famous? In this series, Biographies of Diverse Heroes, learn how different people made a difference to the history of the world and how they fought for diversity in their lives Every book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Black Mambas, The: The World's First All-Woman Anti-Poaching Unit

Head out on patrol with the Black Mambas, South Africa's first women-led anti-poaching unit. They protect a nature reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park that holds the largest remaining populations of black and white rhinos and is home to ground pangolins, one of the most trafficked animals in the world. What makes this unit unique? Almost all of the members of the Black Mambas are women. And none of them carry guns. Author and photographer Kelly Crull travelled to South Africa to meet wit

Boss Lady Bios (Alternator Books®)

Featuring women from a variety of backgrounds who dominate their respective fields, these books celebrate women who rule their world like bosses-big-time change-makers, influencers, successes, and disrupters who weren’t afraid to shake up the system.

Breaking the Glass Ceiling: The Most Influential Women

When a bronze statue of a defiant young girl standing up to Wall Street's charging bull was installed in March 2017, the message was clear: women want their seats in the boardroom. In business, politics, and the arts, gender diversity is critical, and these collective biographies highlight the countless contributions women have made. Be it as activists, artists, scientists, politicians, and business leaders, women are a force to be reckoned with. Through these inspiring profiles, readers will un

Canadian Celebrations (Butter Tarts)  

Canadians have many reasons to celebrate, and they enjoy gathering throughout the year to observe many uniquely Canadian holidays. Canadian Celebrations provides readers a closer look at the history of these events, the reasons for each holiday, and the ways in which Canadians gather to celebrate them.

Celebrating Black Artists

Even as discrimination forced them to the margins of society, the contributions African Americans have made to the arts span generations. In the nineteenth century, Robert S. Duncanson excelled as a landscape painter, and the sculptures of Edmonia Lewis made her world famous. Some of the greatest jazz music today comes from Miles Davis, and some of the world's most read poetry was written by Langston Hughes. Filled with accessible text, colour photographs, and additional resources, students will

Classified: The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer

Cherokee author Traci Sorell and Métis illustrator Natasha Donovan trace Ross's journey from being the only girl in a high school math class to becoming a teacher to pursuing an engineering degree, joining the top-secret Skunk Works division of Lockheed, and being a mentor for Native Americans and young women interested in engineering. In addition, the narrative highlights Cherokee values including education, working cooperatively, remaining humble, and helping ensure equal opportunity and educa

Contemporary Biographies (BrightPoint Press)

Contemporary Biographies follows the career paths of five women who have made their mark in the worlds of media or sports. This series tells the stories of the stars3 early lives and touches on key accomplishments and challenges they3ve faced during their time in the spotlight. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research.