25 Women Who Ruled

by Rebecca Stanborough

Overview

Discover 25 women who shattered the glass ceiling, each in their own way. In politics, government, the business world, and more, these women show us that ambition, perseverance, and hard work go a long way.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780756567446
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	05/27/2020
Series:	Daring Women
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	64
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

Rebecca Stanborough spent her teenage years in a ramshackle community house with 21 people and two bathrooms. Now she lives and writes in St. Augustine, Florida, surrounded by alligators, island rats, and roseate spoonbills, none of whom has ever asked to share her bathroom.

Table of Contents

Introduction — Women who ruled for decades — Women who ruled in politics — Women who ruled in business — Women who ruled in communication — Women who ruled in sports — Timeline — Glossary — Source notes — Select bibliography — Index.

Interviews

Engaging text and powerful images tell the stories of 25 amazing 20th and 21st century women who showed determination, intelligence, and strength. Writing prompts encourage reflection and analysis of text.

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2018
Gr 5–8—Equal parts educational and motivational, this poignant series elevates women from all over the world and from a variety of historical periods. Twenty-five figures from different industries are spotlighted in each volume, with a variety of social, cultural, racial, and ethnic identities represented in each. Women Who Fought Back explores individuals such as Wangari Maathai and Gloria Steinem, who started movements and spoke up in the face of great odds. This series is distinguished for its rich, nuanced content—facts, inspirational quotes, and high-quality imagery. The format is successful, too, with columns and adequate spacing between text and visual elements. VERDICT An indispensable guide to the lives of great women. Purchase to enlighten middle school readers who hope to change the world.

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