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"Having lost her mother at a young age, Ella Fitzgerald struggled as a child, especially during the Great Depression. But after winning over the audience with her singing at an Amateur Night at the Apollo, Ella's career began, and she eventually went on to become a world-renowned singer known as the First Lady of Song"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The companion to Chelsea Clinton & Alexandra Boiger's #1 New York Times bestseller, She Persisted. Perfect for tiny activists, mini feminists and little kids who are ready to take on the world.
Women around the world have long dreamed big, even when they've been told their dreams didn't matter. They've spoken out, risen up and fought for what's right, even when they've been told to be quiet. Whether in science, the arts,...
Women around the world have long dreamed big, even when they've been told their dreams didn't matter. They've spoken out, risen up and fought for what's right, even when they've been told to be quiet. Whether in science, the arts,...
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IL: LG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Profiles the lives of women athletes who have left their mark on their respective sports and the athletic field including Margaret Ives Abbott, Wilma Rudolph, Kristi Yamaguchi, Venus and Serena Williams, and Simone Biles.
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Philomel
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2021.
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IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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59 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
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English
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"Born enslaved, Harriet Tubman rose up to become one of the most successful, determined and well-known conductors of the Underground Railroad. With her family's love planted firmly in her heart, Harriet looked to the North Star for guidance--and its light helped guide her way out of slavery. Her courage made it possible for her to help others reach freedom too"--
9) Helen Keller
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Philomel
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[2021]
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53 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
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English
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"A biography of Helen Keller, part of the She Persisted chapter book series"--
11) Nellie Bly
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Philomel
Pub. Date
2021.
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IL: LG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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55 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
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Introduces young readers to the life of the pioneering investigative reporter, her record-breaking trip around the world, and her undercover work on behalf of the mentally ill.
12) Oprah Winfrey
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Philomel
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2021.
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IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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54 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
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English
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"A biography of Oprah Winfrey, part of the She Persisted chapter book series"--
13) Ruby Bridges
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Philomel
Pub. Date
2021.
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IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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50 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
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"A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges, part of the She Persisted series"--
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2021
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Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds—including Clara Lemlich!
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Deborah Heiligman, readers learn about the amazing life of Clara Lemlich—and how she persisted.
Clara Lemlich immigrated to New...
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Deborah Heiligman, readers learn about the amazing life of Clara Lemlich—and how she persisted.
Clara Lemlich immigrated to New...
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Pub. Date
2021
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IL: LG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Lesa Cline-Ransome, readers learn about the amazing life of Claudette Colvin—and how she persisted.
Before Rosa Parks famously refused to give up her seat on a...
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Lesa Cline-Ransome, readers learn about the amazing life of Claudette Colvin—and how she persisted.
Before Rosa Parks famously refused to give up her seat on a...
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Pub. Date
2021
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!
In this chapter book biography by Rita Williams-Garcia, the award-winning author of One Crazy Summer, readers learn about the amazing life of three-time Olympic gold medalist Florence Griffith Joyner—and how she persisted.
Considered...
In this chapter book biography by Rita Williams-Garcia, the award-winning author of One Crazy Summer, readers learn about the amazing life of three-time Olympic gold medalist Florence Griffith Joyner—and how she persisted.
Considered...
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Pub. Date
2021
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IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!
In this chapter book biography by bestselling and award-winning author Andrea Davis Pinkney, readers learn about the amazing life of Harriet Tubman—and how she persisted.
Born enslaved, Harriet Tubman rose up to become...
In this chapter book biography by bestselling and award-winning author Andrea Davis Pinkney, readers learn about the amazing life of Harriet Tubman—and how she persisted.
Born enslaved, Harriet Tubman rose up to become...
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2021
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Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds—including Helen Keller!
In this chapter book biography by acclaimed author Courtney Sheinmel, readers learn about the amazing life of Helen Keller—and how she persisted.
Helen Keller lost her sight and hearing after...
In this chapter book biography by acclaimed author Courtney Sheinmel, readers learn about the amazing life of Helen Keller—and how she persisted.
Helen Keller lost her sight and hearing after...
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2021
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English
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Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds—including Margaret Chase Smith!
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Ruby Shamir, readers learn about the amazing life of Margaret Chase Smith—and how she persisted.
Margaret Chase Smith liked...
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Ruby Shamir, readers learn about the amazing life of Margaret Chase Smith—and how she persisted.
Margaret Chase Smith liked...
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Pub. Date
2021
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds—including Maria Tallchief!
A 2024 American Indian Youth Literature Honor Book!
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Christine Day, readers learn about the amazing life of Maria Tallchief—and how she persisted.
Maria...
A 2024 American Indian Youth Literature Honor Book!
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Christine Day, readers learn about the amazing life of Maria Tallchief—and how she persisted.
Maria...
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