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Hillary Rodham Clinton: Some Girls Are Born to Lead Hardcover – Illustrated, January 5, 2016

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In the spirit of Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope and Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride comes an inspiring portrait of Hillary Rodham Clinton, the first female presidential nominee in United States history: a girl who fought to make a difference—and paved the way for women everywhere—from Michelle Markel and LeUyen Pham. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

In the 1950s, it was a man’s world. Girls weren’t supposed to act smart, tough, or ambitious. Even though, deep inside, they may have felt that way. And then along came Hillary. Brave, brilliant, and unstoppable, she was out to change the world.

They said a woman couldn’t be a mother and a lawyer. Hillary was both. They said a woman shouldn’t be too strong or too smart. Hillary was fearlessly herself.

It didn’t matter what people said—she was born to lead.

With illustrations packed full of historical figures and details, this gorgeous and informative picture book biography is perfect for every budding leader. Includes a timeline, artist’s note, and bibliography.

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Gr 1–4—Framed in terms of the fight for equal opportunities for women, this picture book biography depicts Hillary Rodham Clinton's story as one of endless heroic struggles on behalf of the oppressed. Clinton is described as an excellent student who took an early leadership role among her peers, was inspired by hearing a speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and later fearlessly advocated on behalf of women, people of color, children, and the poor. Her challenges in balancing work and family life, as well as the criticism she's received as a woman, make her willingness to conquer each new hurdle even more impressive. Employing deft and engaging prose, Markel covers much of the same ground Kathleen Krull did with Hillary Rodham Clinton: Dreams Taking Flight (S. & S., 2008) but provides far more specific details, though Krull's book offers a more impressionistic main text and extensive endnotes. The tone is relentlessly positive, making it difficult to get a well-rounded sense of Clinton as a person, and there is no reference to any of the political controversies surrounding her or Bill Clinton. Pham's evocative illustrations steal the show, varying in mood from whimsical to uplifting to sobering. Particularly effective is the contrast between the opening spread, which features well-known (and sepia-toned) men of the 1950s, and the concluding pages, which depict many vibrantly diverse and notable women of the 20th and 21st centuries. VERDICT A beautifully produced, if excessively laudatory, biography of a significant contemporary political figure; recommended for general collections.—Laura Simeon, Open Window School Library, WA

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“Smart and snappy…as inspiring as it is delightful.” (Booklist (starred review))

“Concisely outlines Clinton’s journey from activist to First Lad of Arkansas and on to Washington, D.C….Pham’s (the Freckleface Strawberry series) watercolors are steeped in period detail.” (Publishers Weekly)

“Both for fun and education…go-girl power and a good read.” (Kirkus Reviews)

“[An] honest and open portrayal” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)

Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “The zingy images masterfully (and appropriately) incorporate fabric and stitches as well as old images of checks and time cards … This book has fighting spirit in spades-you go, Clara!” (Booklist (starred review))

Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “Readers are treated to solid information with a buoyant message about standing up for what is right. Sweet has created an outstanding backdrop for Markel’s text with a vibrant collage of watercolor, gouache, blank dress-pattern paper, bookkeeping pages, stitches, and fabric pieces.” (School Library Journal (starred review))

Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “Sweet incorporates images of assorted fabrics and stitch patterns into her tender illustrations, brightening the lives of workers whose reality was bleak.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))

Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “In her simple but powerful text Markel shows how multiple arrests, serious physical attacks, and endless misogyny failed to deter this remarkable woman as she set off on her lifelong path as a union activist.” (The Horn Book)

Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “Markel ably brings to life the plight of immigrant garment workers and Clara’s courageous advocacy.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)

Praise for TYRANNOSAURUS MATH: “This is a clever addition to the growing number of books that make a sometimes daunting subject both more understandable and just plain fun.” (School Library Journal)

Publisher : Balzer + Bray; Illustrated edition (January 5, 2016)
Language : English
Hardcover : 40 pages
ISBN-10 : 0062381229
ISBN-13 : 978-0062381224
Reading age : 4 - 8 years
Grade level : Preschool - 3
Item Weight : 1 pounds
Dimensions : 0.6 x 9.1 x 11.1 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #383,492 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #234 in Children's US Presidents & First Ladies Biographies
- #315 in Children's Political Biographies (Books)
- #809 in Children's Women Biographies (Books)

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Dustin

Gave this to my uber conservative-Trump supporting brother in law

Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2018

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Gave this to my uber conservative-Trump supporting brother in law. The humor was lost on him. Like a true zealot, he used it in a campfire as kindling.

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Very informative. Great illustrations.

Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2019

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Very informative. Great illustrations.

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Todd A. Horvath

I am genuinely stunned by this

Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2017

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I actually bought this because I couldn’t believe it existed, much like the Ted Cruz coloring book. I read it. I am pleasantly surprised by the artwork, appalled by the writing. The hero worshipping on this is so thick, it almost reads like religious text. If you want a genuine female politician to admire, there are far better alternatives in the Democratic Party. Try Elizabeth Warren or Nina Turner.

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Catherine

Loved it, so much info in this book

Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2017

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Great book, very detailed.

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Pretty awful book with no intended audience

Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2017

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I do not recommend this book.
It's not inspiring and lacks emotional connection. I can't figure out who the audience is supposed to be. Certainly not a 4 to 8 year old. Nothing about the language is relatable, special or appropriate. The text consists of a series of unexplained superficial fact statements using phrases and images you'd never use to teach a child about Hillary Clinton, sexism, public service or the world. It poorly raises questions for a young child/girl that you don't want to answer. What's a prestigious East Coast college Mommy? Are thick glasses and a sailor dress bad? What's a violent demonstration? What's the war in Vietnam? What's a top-notch law firm? Mommy, what's a threatening mob and a bulletproof vest? Get ready to explain abuse of young women and "the attack on September 11" to your 5- or 6-year-old. "Her speech was blacked out by the Chinese government." Mommy, why did Hillary know that reporters would make fun of her legs when she ran for president in 2007? By the way it ends before the second campaign and nomination. The one star is because no stars is not an option. I don't know what to do with it; I wouldn't even donate it to a library. My quotes don't convey how awful it is; read before you purchase. PS I am a professional mother and grandmother whose daughters were not allowed to be cheerleaders (my only rule), I write, I love good writing and I love Hillary.

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Ingvill K.

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2017

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Love Hillary and Love this book!

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Kelly

Very Cute Book for all kids

Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2017

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More advanced reading than I anticipated for my niece, but very good message and was a hit at the birthday party!

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Ashley Merritt

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2017

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This book is so cute.

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Genuinely funny

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 4, 2017

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I'm not kidding, you will laugh yourself silly at the tone of this odd little memento of 2016. If you bought one of those red hats, you need this book to finish off your political collection.

It almost invokes hagiographies of the Soviet era with its over-earnest depiction of Hillary Clinton, now elevated to the Saviour Of All Women Everywhere.

In a sane world it would be included in school libraries as how not to write a political biography. You can't fault its artistry or commitment to trying to rewrite reality, though. It's so mad, it is best read in the spirit it was written, and even then you are left wondering: why? It spirals into self-parody and back to the point where you'd be forgiven for thinking it was satire published to discredit its subject. Not a true history of the world by any means, "Girls, you can be who you want to be, in your own minds" seems to be the skewed message?

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Sehr motivierend

Reviewed in Germany on April 29, 2017

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Hillary Clinton hat es leider nicht als Präsidentin ins weiße Haus geschafft. Dieses Buch aber hat es zum Glück in unser Bücherregal geschafft. Es zeigt in hübsch gemalten Bildern den Werdegang von Hillary Clinton. Die Bilder sind einfach phantastisch gezeichnet und sehr hübsch coloriert. Ich lese es mit meiner Tochter und habe es meiner Nichte geschenkt. Es ist so motivierend zu sehen, was Hillary Clinton alles geschafft und geleistet hat. Ein ganz tolles Bilderbuch für Mädchen, die gerade Englisch lernen und ein immer noch tolles Buch für working mums.

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Beautifully Written & Illustrated

Reviewed in Canada on November 22, 2016

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This book is wonderful, informative, and the illustrations are beautiful. I'm also amazed at how quickly it came in too, literally the next day.

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Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada on November 4, 2016

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Every child should have this informative and historic book read to them.

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