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	Wangari's Trees of Peace Winter, Jeanette As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something--and starts by planting nine seedlings in... Item No. 9780152065454 $17.00
	Wangari's Trees of Peace (Softcover) Winter, Jeanette A paperback picture book based on the true story of Wangari Maathai, an environmental and political activist in Kenya and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004. As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she... Item No. 9781328869210 $7.99
	We Wait for the Sun McCabe, Katie A beautiful and uplifting non-fiction picture book from Katie McCabe and trailblazing civil rights lawyer and activist Dovey Johnson Roundtree, We Wait for the Sun. In the hour before dawn, Dovey Mae and Grandma Rachel step into the cool, damp night on a secret mission:... Item No. 9781250229021 $18.99
	What Do You Do With a Voice Like That? Barton, Chris "When Barbara Jordan talked, we listened." --Former President of the United States, Bill Clinton Congresswoman Barbara Jordan had a big, bold, confident voice--and she knew how to use it! Learn all about her amazing career in this illuminating and inspiring picture book biography of... Item No. 9781481465618 $18.99
	What Would She Do? 25 True Stories Woodward, Kay Covering 25 diverse women from early world leaders to modern day heroes, What Would She Do? is an inspiring and empowering illustrated guide for today's budding young feminists. From historic world leaders to brilliant scientists, artists, and modern-day pioneers, What Would She Do... Item No. 9781338216400 $16.99
	When Marian Sang Ryan, Pam Muñoz A harmonious introduction to one of our country's most important singers and role models--as envisioned by Newbery Honoree Pam Muñoz Ryan and Caldecott Medalist Brian Selznick. Marian Anderson is best known for her historic concert at the Lincoln Memorial in 1939, which drew an integrated... Item No. 9780439269674 $18.99
	Wilma Unlimited Krull, Kathleen One of the most energetic kids in the town of Clarksville, Tenessee, Wilma loves to run and laugh and play with her nineteen older brothers and sisters. But before she's five years old, she gets very sick, and the doctor's news is not good: polio has paralyzed her left leg. Everyone says that... Item No. 9780152012670 $16.00
	Women in Science Ignotofsky, Rachel NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - This "wittily illustrated [and] accessible volume" (The Wall Street Journal) highlights the contributions of fifty notable women to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from the ancient to the modern world. "... Item No. 9781607749769 $16.99
	Women in Science Puzzle Rachel Ignotofsky This colorfully illustrated 500-piece puzzle features 15 trailblazing women of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and is a perfect gift for budding feminists and science lovers. A unique 18 x 24-inch-inch poster is included for referencing the design while working on the puzzle... Item No. 9780525573029 $16.99
	Women in Sports: 50 Fearless Athletes Who Played to Win Ignotofsky, Rachel A richly illustrated and inspiring book highlighting the achievements and stories of fifty notable women athletes from the 1800s to today, by the New York Times bestselling author of Women in Science. "This is one of the books we've been waiting for--a compendium of... Item No. 9781607749783 $16.99