She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World
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| Rating | : | 4.58 (574 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B06XVZ3C54 |
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| Number of Pages | : | 405 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-05 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
In this book Chelsea Clinton celebrates 13 American women who helped shape our country through their tenacity, sometimes through speaking out, sometimes by staying seated, sometimes by captivating an audience. In early 2017 Senator Elizabeth Warren's refusal to be silenced in the Senate inspired a spontaneous celebration of women who persevered in the face of adversity. This book tells listeners that no matter what obstacles may be in their paths, they shouldn't give up on their dreams. Persistence is power. Chelsea Clinton introduces tiny feminists, mini activists and little kids who are ready to take on the world to 13 inspirational women who never took no for an answer and who always, inevitably and without fail, persisted.Throughout American history there have always been women who have spoken out for what's right, even when they have to fight to be heard. This book features Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Clara Lemlich, Nellie Bly, Maria Tallchief, Claudette Colvin, Ruby Bridges, Margaret Chase Smith, Sally Ride, Florence Griffith Joyner, Oprah Winfrey, Sonia Sotomayor - and one special cameo.. They all certainly persisted. She Persisted is for everyone who has ever wanted to speak up but has been told to quiet down, for everyone who has ever tried to rea
Five Stars JEAN M great book, my grand daughters love it. "This is an amazing book for any young girl" according to Morse Fan. This is an amazing book for any young girl. It really helped my little friend learn about history, courage and persistence.. Five Stars B. Jackson Great for girls of several ages What do you think you want to be?