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Remember the Ladies: 100 Great American Women

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Did you know that Virginia Dare was the very first English person born in America, that Phillis Wheatly was the first African American poet to be published or that Frances Perkins was the first woman to serve in the president's cabinet? Meet 100 fascinating American women who helped change the world. From familiar names like Pocahontas, Eleanor Roosevelt and Toni Morrison to more obscure women like Belle Boyd, Maya Ying and Elizabeth Gurley Flynn, this book tells the stories of women who made a difference, pushed boundaries and never accepted the work no. Cheryl Harness has written an inspired and insightful collection about 100 of these women who's talents helped change and impact the world around them. Her witty text, full of interesting and fun facts is enhanced by vivid watercolor artwork. With additional information about the times these women lived and resources at the end: a glossary, bibliography, pictorial time line and historical sites, this introductory book is sure to whet youngsters' appetites and have them wanting more. This wonderful collection is perfect for youngsters 9-12. As Abigail Adams wrote to her husband, future president, John Adams, on the founding of our goverment..."Remember the Ladies..."

This is a wonderful book for all to learn about some very remarkable women. Women who have forged a path so that we may enjoy the gains that they have made. A definite must have for Women's History.

SO many names listed that theres almost no room for much substance on each. What a shame