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Women in History and Around the World: Picture Book Biographies

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Learn something new in these picture book biographies of women from many times and places. Athletes, singers, scientists, artists, doctors, aviators and more, these women impacted human history through their choices, actions and sometimes their very existence. Find more exciting, beautifully-illustrated stories about women in the children's biography collection.

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21 items

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The Angel of Santo Tomas

The Angel of Santo Tomas

The Story of Fe Del Mundo

by Yee, Tammy

Book - 2021

Fe del Mundo's sister dreamt of becoming a doctor, which was a big dream for a girl in the Philippines in the early 1900s. When her sister dies, young Fe ...Show more Fe del Mundo's sister dreamt of becoming a doctor, which was a big dream for a girl in the Philippines in the early 1900s. When her sister dies, young Fe vows to take her place, a promise she carries with her the rest of her life. In 1936, she becomes the first woman and person of Asian descent to study at Harvard Medical School. Show less

Fe del Mundo's sister dreamt of becoming a doctor, which was a big dream for a girl in the Philippines in the early 1900s. When her sister dies, young Fe ...Show more Fe del Mundo's sister dreamt of becoming a doctor, which was a big dream for a girl in the Philippines in the early 1900s. When her sister dies, young Fe vows to take her place, a promise she carries with her the rest of her life. In 1936, she becomes the first woman and person of Asian descent to study at Harvard Medical School. Show less

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The Astronaut With A Song for the Stars

The Astronaut With A Song for the Stars

The Story of Dr. Ellen Ochoa

by Mosca, Julia Finley

Book - 2019

Meet Dr. Ellen Ochoa, a determined space pioneer with a stellar symphony of talents. Growing up in a family of immigrants, Ellen dreamed of becoming a professional flutist, but all of that changed when she discovered engineering in college. Meet Dr. Ellen Ochoa, a determined space pioneer with a stellar symphony of talents. Growing up in a family of immigrants, Ellen dreamed of becoming a professional flutist, but all of that changed when she discovered engineering in college. Show less

Meet Dr. Ellen Ochoa, a determined space pioneer with a stellar symphony of talents. Growing up in a family of immigrants, Ellen dreamed of becoming a professional flutist, but all of that changed when she discovered engineering in college. Meet Dr. Ellen Ochoa, a determined space pioneer with a stellar symphony of talents. Growing up in a family of immigrants, Ellen dreamed of becoming a professional flutist, but all of that changed when she discovered engineering in college. Show less

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Because Claudette

Because Claudette

by Baptiste, Tracey

Book - 2022

A picture book biography about Claudette Colvin, the teen whose activism launched the Montgomery bus boycott. So many people contributed to the success of the boycott, and you meet many of them in this celebration of collective action. A picture book biography about Claudette Colvin, the teen whose activism launched the Montgomery bus boycott. So many people contributed to the success of the boycott, and you meet many of them in this celebration of collective action. Show less

A picture book biography about Claudette Colvin, the teen whose activism launched the Montgomery bus boycott. So many people contributed to the success of the boycott, and you meet many of them in this celebration of collective action. A picture book biography about Claudette Colvin, the teen whose activism launched the Montgomery bus boycott. So many people contributed to the success of the boycott, and you meet many of them in this celebration of collective action. Show less

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Classified

Classified

The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer

by Sorell, Traci

Book - 2021

Mary Golda Ross designed classified projects for Lockheed Aircraft Corporation as the company's first female engineer. Find out how her passion for math and the Cherokee values she was raised with shaped her life and work. Mary Golda Ross designed classified projects for Lockheed Aircraft Corporation as the company's first female engineer. Find out how her passion for math and the Cherokee values she was raised with shaped her life and work. Show less

Mary Golda Ross designed classified projects for Lockheed Aircraft Corporation as the company's first female engineer. Find out how her passion for math and the Cherokee values she was raised with shaped her life and work. Mary Golda Ross designed classified projects for Lockheed Aircraft Corporation as the company's first female engineer. Find out how her passion for math and the Cherokee values she was raised with shaped her life and work. Show less

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Cloaked in Courage

Cloaked in Courage

Uncovering Deborah Sampson, Patriot Soldier

by Anderson, Beth

Book - 2022

The remarkable story of Deborah Sampson, a woman who fought in the American Revolution disguised as a man—and who ended up finding her true identity and purpose in life. The remarkable story of Deborah Sampson, a woman who fought in the American Revolution disguised as a man—and who ended up finding her true identity and purpose in life. Show less

The remarkable story of Deborah Sampson, a woman who fought in the American Revolution disguised as a man—and who ended up finding her true identity and purpose in life. The remarkable story of Deborah Sampson, a woman who fought in the American Revolution disguised as a man—and who ended up finding her true identity and purpose in life. Show less

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The Extraordinary Suzy Wright

The Extraordinary Suzy Wright

A Colonial Woman on the Frontier

by Kanefield, Teri

Book - 2016

Introduces Suzy Wright, a Quaker who helped settle the Pennsylvania frontier, defended the rights of Native Americans, and provided legal counsel to her neighbors. Introduces Suzy Wright, a Quaker who helped settle the Pennsylvania frontier, defended the rights of Native Americans, and provided legal counsel to her neighbors. Show less

Introduces Suzy Wright, a Quaker who helped settle the Pennsylvania frontier, defended the rights of Native Americans, and provided legal counsel to her neighbors. Introduces Suzy Wright, a Quaker who helped settle the Pennsylvania frontier, defended the rights of Native Americans, and provided legal counsel to her neighbors. Show less

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The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee

The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee

by Leung, Julie

Book - 2021

Presents the life and career of Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman to fly for the U.S. military during World War II. Presents the life and career of Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman to fly for the U.S. military during World War II. Show less

Presents the life and career of Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman to fly for the U.S. military during World War II. Presents the life and career of Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman to fly for the U.S. military during World War II. Show less

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Fighting for Yes!

Fighting for Yes!

The Story of Disability Rights Activist Judith Heumann

by Cocca-Leffler, Maryann

Book - 2022

Celebrate the life and work of disability rights activist and icon Judith Heumann. This story highlights one of her landmark achievements: leading the historic 504 Sit-in in 1977. Celebrate the life and work of disability rights activist and icon Judith Heumann. This story highlights one of her landmark achievements: leading the historic 504 Sit-in in 1977. Show less

Celebrate the life and work of disability rights activist and icon Judith Heumann. This story highlights one of her landmark achievements: leading the historic 504 Sit-in in 1977. Celebrate the life and work of disability rights activist and icon Judith Heumann. This story highlights one of her landmark achievements: leading the historic 504 Sit-in in 1977. Show less

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Jackie Ormes

Jackie Ormes

by Miller, J. P.

Book - 2022

Jackie wanted to change the world with her art. As the first African American female cartoonist, she used her comic strips to challenge stereotypes about Black people. Jackie wanted to change the world with her art. As the first African American female cartoonist, she used her comic strips to challenge stereotypes about Black people. Show less

Jackie wanted to change the world with her art. As the first African American female cartoonist, she used her comic strips to challenge stereotypes about Black people. Jackie wanted to change the world with her art. As the first African American female cartoonist, she used her comic strips to challenge stereotypes about Black people. Show less

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Niki Nakayama

Niki Nakayama

A Chef's Tale in 13 Bites

by Michalak, Jamie

Book - 2021

A biography of a powerhouse female Japanese chef and her rise to fame. Exploring her history through food memories, this is a profile of delicious food and a determined chef. A biography of a powerhouse female Japanese chef and her rise to fame. Exploring her history through food memories, this is a profile of delicious food and a determined chef. Show less

A biography of a powerhouse female Japanese chef and her rise to fame. Exploring her history through food memories, this is a profile of delicious food and a determined chef. A biography of a powerhouse female Japanese chef and her rise to fame. Exploring her history through food memories, this is a profile of delicious food and a determined chef. Show less

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One Wish

One Wish

Fatima Al-Fihri and the World's Oldest University

by Yuksel, M. O.

Book - 2022

Fatima al-Fihri loved to learn. She wanted to know everything, like how birds flew, why the sky was blue and how flowers grew. But more than anything, she wanted a school for all, where anyone could study and become whatever they wanted. Fatima al-Fihri loved to learn. She wanted to know everything, like how birds flew, why the sky was blue and how flowers grew. But more than anything, she wanted a school for all, where anyone could study and become whatever they wanted. Show less

Fatima al-Fihri loved to learn. She wanted to know everything, like how birds flew, why the sky was blue and how flowers grew. But more than anything, she wanted a school for all, where anyone could study and become whatever they wanted. Fatima al-Fihri loved to learn. She wanted to know everything, like how birds flew, why the sky was blue and how flowers grew. But more than anything, she wanted a school for all, where anyone could study and become whatever they wanted. Show less

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Planting Peace

Planting Peace

by Hooks, Gwendolyn

Book - 2021

Wangari Maathai began the Green Belt Movement in Kenya in the 1960s, which focused on planting trees, environmental conservation and women's rights. She i...Show more Wangari Maathai began the Green Belt Movement in Kenya in the 1960s, which focused on planting trees, environmental conservation and women's rights. She inspired thousands across Africa to plant 30 million trees in 30 years and was the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Show less

Wangari Maathai began the Green Belt Movement in Kenya in the 1960s, which focused on planting trees, environmental conservation and women's rights. She i...Show more Wangari Maathai began the Green Belt Movement in Kenya in the 1960s, which focused on planting trees, environmental conservation and women's rights. She inspired thousands across Africa to plant 30 million trees in 30 years and was the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Show less

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Planting Stories

Planting Stories

The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré

by Denise, Anika

Book - 2019

This portrait of the influential librarian, author and puppeteer reminds us of the power of storytelling and the extraordinary woman who opened doors and championed bilingual literature. This portrait of the influential librarian, author and puppeteer reminds us of the power of storytelling and the extraordinary woman who opened doors and championed bilingual literature. Show less

This portrait of the influential librarian, author and puppeteer reminds us of the power of storytelling and the extraordinary woman who opened doors and championed bilingual literature. This portrait of the influential librarian, author and puppeteer reminds us of the power of storytelling and the extraordinary woman who opened doors and championed bilingual literature. Show less

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Queen of Physics

Queen of Physics

How Wu Chien Shiung Helped Unlock the Secrets of the Atom

by Robeson, Teresa

Book - 2019

When Wu Chien Shiung was born in China, girls did not attend school, but her parents named their daughter "Courageous Hero" and encouraged her l...Show more When Wu Chien Shiung was born in China, girls did not attend school, but her parents named their daughter "Courageous Hero" and encouraged her love of science. Follow Wu as she battles sexism at home and racism in the United States of America to become the "Queen of Physics" for her work on how atoms split. Show less

When Wu Chien Shiung was born in China, girls did not attend school, but her parents named their daughter "Courageous Hero" and encouraged her l...Show more When Wu Chien Shiung was born in China, girls did not attend school, but her parents named their daughter "Courageous Hero" and encouraged her love of science. Follow Wu as she battles sexism at home and racism in the United States of America to become the "Queen of Physics" for her work on how atoms split. Show less

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Shaped by Her Hands

Shaped by Her Hands

Potter Maria Martinez

by Freeman, Anna Harber

Book - 2021

The most renowned Native American Indian potter of her time, Maria Poveka Martinez learned pottery as a child under the guiding hands of her Ko-ōo, her au...Show more The most renowned Native American Indian potter of her time, Maria Poveka Martinez learned pottery as a child under the guiding hands of her Ko-ōo, her aunt. This inspiring story of family and creativity illuminates how Maria's belief in sharing her love of clay brought success and joy from her New Mexico Pueblo to people all across the country. Show less

The most renowned Native American Indian potter of her time, Maria Poveka Martinez learned pottery as a child under the guiding hands of her Ko-ōo, her au...Show more The most renowned Native American Indian potter of her time, Maria Poveka Martinez learned pottery as a child under the guiding hands of her Ko-ōo, her aunt. This inspiring story of family and creativity illuminates how Maria's belief in sharing her love of clay brought success and joy from her New Mexico Pueblo to people all across the country. Show less

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Sharice's Big Voice

Sharice's Big Voice

A Native Kid Becomes A Congresswoman

by Davids, Sharice

Book - 2021

Sharice Davids is one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ+ congressperson to represent Kansas. Sharice Davids is one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ+ congressperson to represent Kansas. Show less

Sharice Davids is one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ+ congressperson to represent Kansas. Sharice Davids is one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ+ congressperson to represent Kansas. Show less

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She Sang for India

She Sang for India

How M.S. Subbulakshmi Used Her Voice for Change

by Subramaniam, Suma

Book - 2022

Pique your interest in the fight for independence and freedom through this picture book biography about M.S. Subbulakshmi, a powerful Indian singer who advocated for justice and peace through song. Pique your interest in the fight for independence and freedom through this picture book biography about M.S. Subbulakshmi, a powerful Indian singer who advocated for justice and peace through song. Show less

Pique your interest in the fight for independence and freedom through this picture book biography about M.S. Subbulakshmi, a powerful Indian singer who advocated for justice and peace through song. Pique your interest in the fight for independence and freedom through this picture book biography about M.S. Subbulakshmi, a powerful Indian singer who advocated for justice and peace through song. Show less

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Sylvia and Marsha Start A Revolution!

Sylvia and Marsha Start A Revolution!

The Story of the Trans Women of Color Who Made LGBTQ+ History

by Ellison, Joy Michael

Book - 2021

Sylvia and Marsha are closer than sisters. They dedicate their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality, and are not afraid to speak their truth, even when it makes other people angry. This is the story of two women who made history. Sylvia and Marsha are closer than sisters. They dedicate their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality, and are not afraid to speak their truth, even when it makes other people angry. This is the story of two women who made history. Show less

Sylvia and Marsha are closer than sisters. They dedicate their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality, and are not afraid to speak their truth, even when it makes other people angry. This is the story of two women who made history. Sylvia and Marsha are closer than sisters. They dedicate their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality, and are not afraid to speak their truth, even when it makes other people angry. This is the story of two women who made history. Show less

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Warrior Princess

Warrior Princess

The Story of Khutulun

by Deng, Sally

Book - 2022

Khutulun was the great-great-granddaughter of Genghis Khan. Learn how she defied the expectations of her time to become commander of the Khan's army. Khutulun was the great-great-granddaughter of Genghis Khan. Learn how she defied the expectations of her time to become commander of the Khan's army. Show less

Khutulun was the great-great-granddaughter of Genghis Khan. Learn how she defied the expectations of her time to become commander of the Khan's army. Khutulun was the great-great-granddaughter of Genghis Khan. Learn how she defied the expectations of her time to become commander of the Khan's army. Show less

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The World Is Not A Rectangle

The World Is Not A Rectangle

A Portrait of Architect Zaha Hadid

by Winter, Jeanette

Book - 2017

A biography of architect Zaha Hadid, who grew up in Baghdad and went on to design buildings all over the world. A biography of architect Zaha Hadid, who grew up in Baghdad and went on to design buildings all over the world. Show less

A biography of architect Zaha Hadid, who grew up in Baghdad and went on to design buildings all over the world. A biography of architect Zaha Hadid, who grew up in Baghdad and went on to design buildings all over the world. Show less

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Yusra Swims

Yusra Swims

by Abery, Julie

Book - 2020

A biography in rhyme relates the story of Olympic swimmer and Syrian refugee Yusra Mardini. While her athletic training was disrupted by the chaos in her own country, she found a place to compete on the Refugee Olympic Team in 2016. A biography in rhyme relates the story of Olympic swimmer and Syrian refugee Yusra Mardini. While her athletic training was disrupted by the chaos in her own country, she found a place to compete on the Refugee Olympic Team in 2016. Show less

A biography in rhyme relates the story of Olympic swimmer and Syrian refugee Yusra Mardini. While her athletic training was disrupted by the chaos in her own country, she found a place to compete on the Refugee Olympic Team in 2016. A biography in rhyme relates the story of Olympic swimmer and Syrian refugee Yusra Mardini. While her athletic training was disrupted by the chaos in her own country, she found a place to compete on the Refugee Olympic Team in 2016. Show less

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