Dorothy Pitman Hughes and the transformative power of Black community activism
Lovett, Laura L.
Explores the life and community organizing activism of African American woman Dorothy Pitman Hughes. She shared the activist stage with Gloria Steinem for five years and spent the rest of her life fighting for civil rights and equality wherever she lived.
"Women all around the world have been defying expectations for centuries, yet the fight for equal rights is far from over. Feminists have cracked the glass ceiling, but both men and women now and in the future will have to continue breaking boundaries to shatter it. . . Examples of feminism will engage readers and teach them what it means to be a feminist, why it's so important, and the steps they can take to join the movement and make their voices heard"--Provided by publisher.
"Women's March co-organizer Linda Sarsour shares how growing up Palestinian Muslim American, feminist, and empowered moved her to become a globally recognized and celebrated activist on behalf of marginalized communities across the country"--Provided by publisher.
"When Elizabeth Cady Stanton was a young girl, she knew she could do anything her brothers could do. But the laws in the country said women were not equal to men. Elizabeth knew she had to make a difference for all women"--Provided by publisher.
"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Emma Watson. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
"Serena Williams has amazed tennis fans with her talent and spoken out against racism and sexism in the tennis world. She has also become a role model for a new generation of tennis players"--Provided by publisher.
Provides an illustrated, young adult biography of political activist and feminist Gloria Steinem chronicling her troubled childhood, personal life, journalistic career, co-founding of "Ms." magazine, achievements, and legacy today.
