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Amazing Women

by Caryn JENNER
96p. glossary. index. photos. DK. Feb. 2017. Tr $14.99. ISBN 9781465458179; pap. $3.99. ISBN 9781465457684.
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Gr 2–5—A volume spotlighting groundbreaking female leaders, explorers, artists, scientists, and more. Opening with a powerful quote from Malala Yousafzai ("There's a moment when you have to decide whether to be silent or stand up."), the work profiles numerous women who have bravely and boldly fought to make a difference throughout history. Divided into seven chapters, the book examines environmentalist Wangari Maathai, politician Aung San Suu Kyi, and adventurer Malavath Poorna, who scaled Mount Everest when she was just 13 years old. The welcoming layout includes an abundance of color photographs and large, clear text. The book's readability and format will make it a hit with browsers and students writing reports alike.
VERDICT This smart chapter book collection of female innovators will be at home in most libraries serving children.
Reviewed by Helen Foster James, University of California at San Diego , Apr 01, 2017

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