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Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2009
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 4
Physical Desc
133 p.
Language
English
Description
What does it take to be an astronaut? Excellence at flying, courage, intelligence, resistance to stress, top physical shape -- any checklist would include these. But when America created NASA in 1958, there was another unspoken rule: you had to be a man. Here is the tale of thirteen women who proved that they were not only as tough as the toughest man but also brave enough to challenge the government. They were blocked by prejudice, jealousy, and...
Author
Publisher
PowerKids
Pub. Date
2003
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 p.
Language
English
Description
The library of the westward expansion series. Describes the lives of some women who became known during the western expansion in nineteenth century America. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Author
Series
Publisher
Norwood House Press
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
64 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Covers the history, rules, fundamentals and significant personalities of the sport of women's figure skating. Topics include: techniques, strategies, competitive events, and equipment. Glossary, Additional Resources and Index included"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Harper
Pub. Date
c2014
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
37 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Reveals the surprising tales of fascinating women such as Abigail Adams, Martha Washington, Deborah Read Franklin, Eliza Lucas Pinckney and others, from the time of the founding of the United States.
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.7 - AR Pts: 6
Physical Desc
152 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Title IX opened the door of opportunity for girls and women in the fields of sports, medicine, law and engineering. Karen Blumenthal shares the story of this social revolution in our country brought about by the passing of this law in 1972.
Author
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
Once you read this inspirational book, be prepared. You will be moved to take action on behalf of worthy causes. Get ready to set your alarm clock to wake up earlier, and don't be surprised if you find yourself buying sturdy shoes for the upcoming marches and rallies you now plan to attend. Marley Dias Gets it Done is filled with motivational strategies that prompt all of us to stand up. Most impressive is Marley's ability to connect with young people...
