Inspirations : stories about women artists : Georgia O'Keeffe, Frida Kahlo, A…

This intriguing introduction to contemporary women artists features details on the life and work of four artists: Georgia O'Keeffe, Frida Kahlo, Alice Neel, and Faith Ringgold. Sensitively written, the book is also beautifully designed.--Booklist, Starred Review. An ALA Notable Book for 1990.

Wilma unlimited : how Wilma Rudolph became the world's fastest woman

This award-winning true story of Black Olympic runner Wilma Rudolph, who overcame childhood polio and eventually went on to win three gold medals, is illustrated by Caldecott medal–winning artist David Diaz. Before Wilma Rudolph was five years old, polio had paralyzed her left leg. Everyone said she would never walk again. But Wilma refused to believe it. Not only would she walk again, she v…

She persisted around the world : 13 women who changed history

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.…

Red, white, blue, and Uncle who? : the stories behind some of America's patri…

If you have ever wondered how it is that the American flag is made up of stars and stripes or where Uncle Sam came from, you finally have a way to find the answers to these questions. In fact, this book discusses the origins of all the major American patriotic symbols that you can think of: the Great Seal, the Liberty Bell, "The Star Spangled Banner, the Pledge of Allegiance, the Statue of Libe…

Charlotte Brontë : the girl who turned her life into a book

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ISBN/ISSN

9781904095804

Collation

88 pages : illustration ; 19 cm

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Call Number

928 BRO

A girl named Helen Keller

Read about the life of a blind and deaf girl who brought hope to other people in the world.

Tutankhamen's gift

Small and frail, Tutankhamen was an all but ignored member of the royal family of the great Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep III. At the school of the menoi, or tutors, he did not excel at physical activities with the other royal princes. Keeping to himself, he observed and admired the work of his father's craftsmen, who built glorious temples to Egypt's many gods. Someday he too would find a gift fo…

Tutankhamun

Tells the story of the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon and the supposed curse connected with it, as well as information on the life and dynasty of the pharaoh

Thailand

Discover what it's like to live in the Countries of South-East Asia. Read about the history, geography, languages, customs and traditions of Laos, the Philippines, Cambodia and Thailand, and find out about their landmarks and unique plants and animals. The books include maps, flags, a visual timeline, recipes and craft activities. Age 7+.

Cambodia

Discover what it's like to live in the Countries of South-East Asia. Read about the history, geography, languages, customs and traditions of Laos, the Philippines, Cambodia and Thailand, and find out about their landmarks and unique plants and animals. The books include maps, flags, a visual timeline, recipes and craft activities. Age 7+.