Dolly Parton may have built her fame on a country music career, but she has become a powerhouse in other industries, too! The pages of this title follow Dolly's beginnings in music, her… More →
Women Leading 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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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,… More →
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… More →
Faced with constant career challenges, Michelle Howard has defied the historically male-dominated military to become the first female four-star admiral in the U.S. Navy! With a strong belief… More →
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 More →
Ava DuVernay is an award-winning director! This impressive woman surpassed critics and found success in the movie business. This engaging title incorporates factual text, a profile, timeline… More →
From exploring 1,000 miles of the Arctic tundra on dogsled to skiing across Antarctica, Ann Bancroft is no stranger to adventure! Her travels have taken her all around the world, making the… More →
A true symbol of progress, Carla Hayden is both the first African American and the first woman to become Librarian of Congress! This title uses leveled text to show how Carla turned her love… More →
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… More →
It wasn't long ago that pesticides threatened a national environmental crisis - until Rachel Carson's Silent Spring turned the tide. A shy, serious girl, young Rachel became a biologist when… More →
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… More →
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… More →