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HEADSTRONG HALLIE!by Aimée Bissonette ; illustrated by David Hohn
An efficient introduction to another groundbreaking woman. Full review >
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STANDING ON HER SHOULDERSby Monica Clark-Robinson ; illustrated by Laura Freeman
Uplifting. Full review >
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GRACE BANKER AND HER HELLO GIRLS ANSWER THE CALLby Claudia Friddell ; illustrated by Elizabeth Baddeley
An absorbing look at one woman’s achievements during World War I. Full review >
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THE LEAF DETECTIVEby Heather Lang ; illustrated by Jana Christy
An intricate and satisfying portrait of a dedicated woman scientist, innovator, and activist. Full review >
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THE FEARLESS FLIGHTS OF HAZEL YING LEEby Julie Leung ; illustrated by Julie Kwon
Another welcome biography of an Asian American contributor to U.S. history. Full review >
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LADY BIRD JOHNSON, THAT'S WHO!by Tracy Nelson Maurer ; illustrated by Ginnie Hsu
A portrait of a first lady who hoped to make America beautiful. Full review >
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MICHELLE'S GARDENby Sharee Miller ; illustrated by Sharee Miller
Sure to encourage readers to eat their veggies and join Michelle Obama’s table, even if all they start with is a cup. Full review >
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THE STUFF BETWEEN THE STARSby Sandra Nickel ; illustrated by Aimée Sicuro
A creditable, earnest biography of a famed woman scientist. Full review >
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THERE GOES PATTI MCGEE!by Tootie Nienow ; illustrated by Erika Medina
This energetic portrait of the first highly recognized female skateboarder highlights her innovation and skill. Full review >
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SEND A GIRL!by Jessica M. Rinker ; illustrated by Meg Hunt
This tale of the first official NYC female firefighter holds quality and feminism at its core Full review >
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WE WAIT FOR THE SUNby Dovey Johnson Roundtree & Katie McCabe ; illustrated by Raissa Figueroa
Makes magic out of a true moment, as the best picture books do. Full review >
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RUNAWAYby Ray Anthony Shepard ; illustrated by Keith Mallett
A powerful antidote to whitewashed cultural mythology. Full review >
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JUNE ALMEIDA, VIRUS DETECTIVE!by Suzanne Slade ; illustrated by Elisa Paganelli
This indisputably timely book makes a solid case for greater recognition. Full review >
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CLASSIFIEDby Traci Sorell ; illustrated by Natasha Donovan
Liftoff. A biography that lands beyond the stars! Full review >
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A MOST CLEVER GIRLby Jasmine A. Stirling ; illustrated by Vesper Stamper
An informative, engaging depiction of the life and growth of an exceptional literary talent. Full review >
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CODE BREAKER, SPY HUNTERby Laurie Wallmark ; illustrated by Brooke Smart
An incomplete but appealing and informative depiction of cryptographer Elizebeth Friedman. Full review >
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JUMP AT THE SUNby Alicia D. Williams ; illustrated by Jacqueline Alcántara
This introduction to an American icon feels just right. Full review >
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