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Women through history (88 series)

Straw Bag, Tin Box, Cloth Suitcase: Three Immigrant Voices

Three women, from three different continents and separated by generations, share stories of coming to the United States. Sarah's great-great grandmother Manya fled the Cossacks in the Ukraine at the turn of the twentieth century. Grace's mom escaped with her family during the Iranian revolution in 1979. Raquel and her family fled gang violence in El Salvador in the 2010s. These three stories, all accounts of the authors' real family stories Manya is legendary author Jane Yolen's grandmother high

Suffrage: Canadian Women and the Vote

Prior to women getting the vote, this is the way things used to be: In Canada, people believed only those with property should have the right to vote. If a couple co-owned a property they shared one vote. The man retained the right to cast that vote. Wages earned by women still went to their husbands.­Women then started to fight for social reform. Suffragists rose up. They wanted to vote. They wanted to create change. Read about the epic struggles, years of hard work, perseverance, and the preju

Super Female Scientists

At a time when women in scientific professions were rare, a few talented individuals managed to rise to the top of their fields. Despite battling discrimination and other gender-related setbacks, these scientists made lasting contributions in marine biology, pediatric medicine, computer science, engineering, and space science. This illuminating and inspiring set focuses on lesser-known women whose work pushed the boundaries of what was possible during the twentieth century. Although female scien

Superwomen in STEM

History is rich with the incredible accomplishments of women in STEM fields, but their stories often go untold. This innovative series shines a spotlight on remarkable women pioneers throughout history. Each book features inspiring biographies of real-life superwomen in science, focusing on the challenges they overcame and how their work has shaped the world. Quotes from the scientists themselves and their contemporaries will resonate with readers, while playful illustrations and photographs emp

Sweet Dreams, Sarah

Sarah E. Goode was one of the first African-American women to get a US patent. Working in her husband's furniture store, she recognized a need for a multi-use bed and through hard work, ingenuity, and determination, invented her unique cupboard bed. She built more than a piece of furniture. She built a life far away from slavery, a life where her sweet dreams could come true.

Tech Girls

There are ample stereotypes surrounding careers in the traditionally male-dominated fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, computer science, and video game development. This series addresses these detrimental stereotypes, providing practical information that will empower teenage girls with a genuine interest in STEM fields to have confidence in their own abilities and seek out these career paths. Readers will discover how they can start preparing now for a variety of exciting S

The Bodyguard Unit: Edith Garrud, Women's Suffrage, and Jujitsu

In the early 20th century, women in England were demanding the right to voteÑand often faced violent retaliation. Rather than back down, suffragist group the Women's Social and Political Union formed an all-women security unit. Activist leader Emmeline Pankhurst asked Edith Garrud to train them. These ""jujitsuffragettes"" fought against abuse and arrest while pursuing long overdue rights.

Theodosia Burr: Teen Eyewitness to the Founding of the New Nation

Theodosia Burr, daughter of Vice President Aaron Burr, came of age in New York City when the New Nation was growing up. She attended the inauguration of President George Washington in 1789, was at her father's side on the campaign trail and at his inauguration in 1801, attended presidential addresses to Congress, and hosted the most prominent politicians and thinkers of her time. Based on research at libraries and archives, and from the rich body of letters Theodosia and her family left behind,

Voice That Won the Vote, The: How One Woman's Words Made History

In August of 1920, women's suffrage in America came down to the vote in Tennessee. If the Tennessee legislature approved the 19th amendment it would be ratified, giving all American women the right to vote. The historic moment came down to a single vote and the voter who tipped the scale toward equality did so because of a powerful letter his mother, Febb Burn, had written him urging him to "Vote for suffrage and don't forget to be a good boy." The Voice That Won the Vote is the story of Febb, h

Warrior Women in American History

Rosie the Riveter was a fictional woman, but she symbolized the cultural and historical significance of the very real women whose contributions to American wars were unmatched. They took to the front lines and worked in numerous divisions as soldiers, pilots, spies, doctors, and nurses. These heroines fought for the country and saved those who were injured, all the while challenging sexism in the military. Help your readers uncover these riveting tales of heroism and bravery, which show that pow