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Greta Thunberg

"How much do you know about Greta Thunberg? Discover the details you want to know about this inspiring young activist. You'll learn about the childhood, challenges, and accomplishments of this young leader in the fight against climate change"--Provided by publisher.

Who is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?

A look at the life and career of United States Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

Rise

my story
Provides an autobiography of Olympic gold medal-winning alpine ski racer Lindsey Vonn. Describes her childhood, aggressive skiing style, career achievements, perseverance through injuries and recoveries, mental health challenges, and retirement. Includes a section of photographs.

The book woman's daughter

a novel
As the daughter of the famed blue-skinned, Troublesome Creek packhorse librarian, Honey Lovett has never lived on the right side of the law. But when her mother and father are imprisoned, Honey begins to deliver books to the remote hollers of Appalachia and embarks on a mission for freedom.

Who is Stacey Abrams?

Provides a biography of voting rights activist and politician Stacey Abrams, discussing her childhood, education, entry into politics, and her accomplishments as an activist. Includes illustrations and a timeline.

Who is Ketanji Brown Jackson?

Chronicles the life of Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, and details her early life, law career, and accomplishments. Includes black-and-white illustrations, timelines, and additional resources.

The life of Zora Neale Hurston

author and folklorist
Profiles the life and career of author and folklorist Zora Neale Hurston, who travelled extensively to study and collect African-American culture and folklore, and became an influential writer of the 1920s Harlem Renaissance.

Jane Crow

the life of Pauli Murray
Chronicles the life and career of activist and lawyer Pauli Murray, who systematically fought against discrimination and for equal rights for African Americans.

A different kind of normal

my real-life completely true story about being unique
The author-illustrator shares her journey of growing up autistic in a confusing "normal" world, all the while missing some important information about herself, in this illustrated and completely unique book that provides crucial information about autism.

Susan B. Anthony

A short biography of suffragist Susan B. Anthony.

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