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Cover: Best Believe: The Tres Hermanas, a Sisterhood for the Common Good
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Best Believe: The Tres Hermanas, a Sisterhood for the Common Good

Meet the Tres Hermanas: Evelina Antonetty, Lillian López, and Elba Cabrera. They moved from Puerto Rico to New York City as children and grew up to become leaders in their Bronx community.… Read More →

  • Dewey: 305.48/8687295073
  • Copyright: 2024

Jimmy Carter: A Presidential Life of Service

From the Series Gateway Biographies

Raised on a peanut farm in rural Georgia, Jimmy Carter didn't expect to get involved in politics. He joined the US Navy after high school and intended to have a military career. But… Read More →

  • ATOS: 6.6
  • Dewey: 973.926092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024
Cover: Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah
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Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah

Praise for Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah by Linda Leopold Strauss, illustrated by Tim Smart: Sydney Taylor Notable Book This true story begins long ago in Spain, where… Read More →

  • Dewey: 296.4/5371
  • Copyright: 2024

Changemakers in Activism: Women Leading the Way

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Women have always made their voices heard. From historic to present-day women, they have spoken up about issues they care about—civil rights, the environment, and much more—and organized… Read More →

  • Dewey: 320.082/0973
  • Copyright: 2024

Changemakers in Business: Women Leading the Way

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Women are breaking down barriers in all areas of business. Learn about Sheila Johnson becoming the first Black female billionaire and Hilal Ibrahim founding Henna and Hijabs. Then discover… Read More →

  • Dewey: 331,4/8165484
  • Copyright: 2024

Changemakers in Government: Women Leading the Way

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Women are leading the way in every branch of the United States government. Learn more about how Kamala Harris became the nation’s first woman vice president and Amy Coney Barret’s rise to the Read More →

  • Dewey: 320.082/0973
  • Copyright: 2024

Changemakers in Music: Women Leading the Way

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Women sing powerful songs, master instruments, and write catchy tunes. Discover how women shape every genre of music from country to rhythm and blues. Learn more about how Beyoncé became one… Read More →

  • Dewey: 782.42164092/52 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Changemakers in STEM: Women Leading the Way

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Women are creating change in all areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Learn about how Pooja Chandrashekar founded ProjectCSGirls and how Marie Tharp helped map the… Read More →

  • Dewey: 509.2/52 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Changemakers in Space: Women Leading the Way

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Women take charge in all areas of space exploration and study. Learn more about Katherine Johnson making calculations for the first moon landing and Sally Ride becoming the first woman from… Read More →

  • Dewey: 629.4500922
  • Copyright: 2024

Changemakers in Sports: Women Leading the Way

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Women are making names for themselves in every sport around the world. Learn more about Serena Williams’s career Golden Slams and how Michelle Kwan became the most decorated US figure skater. Read More →

  • Dewey: 796.092/52 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Changemakers in the Arts and Literature: Women Leading the Way

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Women are always making change in the arts and literature. Learn about Misty Copeland becoming the first Black principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre and how Maya Ying Lin designed… Read More →

  • Dewey: 700.82
  • Copyright: 2024

Harry and Meghan, 2nd Edition: Making Their Own Way

From the Series Gateway Biographies

Harry is the son of King Charles and Princess Diana. Meghan is an American actress, philanthropist, and humanitarian. When news of their whirlwind romance hit front pages in 2016, fans around Read More →

  • Lexile: 970
  • ATOS: 6.6
  • Dewey: 941.0860922
  • Copyright: 2024

Jason Reynolds: Groundbreaking Storyteller

From the Series Gateway Biographies

Jason Reynolds's interest in hip-hop and poetry turned into a successful writing career. The New York Times best-selling author has received a Newbery Honor, an NAACP Image Award, and many… Read More →

  • Lexile: 850
  • Dewey: 813/.6 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Meet Connor McDavid: Edmonton Oilers Superstar

From the Series Sports VIPs (Lerner ™ Sports)

From the time Connor McDavid picked up a hockey stick at four years old, it was clear he’d one day become a star. As a teenager, he earned MVP honors with the Erie Otters. At 18, he was… Read More →

  • Lexile: 880
  • Dewey: 796.962092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Meet Jalen Hurts: Philadelphia Eagles Superstar

From the Series Sports VIPs (Lerner ™ Sports)

Raised in a family of athletes, Jalen Hurts began his football career at an early age. It hasn’t always been easy. He was benched by his college team. He was passed up by many teams in the… Read More →

  • Lexile: 750
  • Dewey: 796.332092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Meet Micah Parsons: Dallas Cowboys Superstar

From the Series Sports VIPs (Lerner ™ Sports)

Linebacker Micah Parsons started playing football at six years old and has since grown to become one of the best defensive players in the NFL. Voted 2021’s Defensive Rookie of the Year, he… Read More →

  • Lexile: 750
  • Dewey: 796.332092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Meet Nikola Jokić: Denver Nuggets Superstar

From the Series Sports VIPs (Lerner ™ Sports)

Center Nikola Jokić is a triple-double machine and a two-time NBA MVP. Starting his basketball career in another country couldn’t stop Nikola Jokić from becoming one of the NBA’s best… Read More →

  • Lexile: 910
  • Dewey: 796.323092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Meet Sarah Nurse: Olympic Hockey Superstar

From the Series Sports VIPs (Lerner ™ Sports)

In 2022, Sarah Nurse became the first Canadian biracial athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in women's hockey. Raised in a family of athletes, Sarah Nurse began her hockey career at a young Read More →

  • Lexile: 850
  • Dewey: 796.962092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Meet Sophia Smith: US Soccer Superstar

From the Series Sports VIPs (Lerner ™ Sports)

With fast feet, pinpoint accuracy, and clever playmaking, Sophia Smith is one of Team USA's best young strikers. In college, she dominated the field, sweeping the College Cup for Stanford.… Read More →

  • Lexile: 850
  • Dewey: 796.334092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Meet Travis Kelce: Kansas City Chiefs Superstar

From the Series Sports VIPs (Lerner ™ Sports)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is one of the best in the NFL. Growing up, he constantly competed against his older brother, Jason Kelce. Whether it was football, basketball, or… Read More →

  • Lexile: 820
  • Dewey: 796.332092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Meet Trevor Lawrence: Jacksonville Jaguars Superstar

From the Series Sports VIPs (Lerner ™ Sports)

Trevor Lawrence is one of the most exciting quarterbacks to play in the NFL. Once a clumsy kid, Lawrence quickly proved he was a skilled quarterback in high school. In college, he became… Read More →

  • Lexile: 880
  • Dewey: 796.332092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024

Rihanna: Multi-Industry Mogul

From the Series Gateway Biographies

Rihanna is an award-wining, worldwide music superstar. From the top of the Billboard charts to the red carpet and silver screen, Robyn Rihanna Fenty has inspired millions with her singing,… Read More →

  • Lexile: 810
  • ATOS: 5.4
  • Dewey: 782.42164092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024
8 titles

The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®) — Hardcover Set

From the Series The Future Is Female (Alternator Books ®)

Celebrate the accomplishments of women over the years in this exciting series. Readers discover how women shaped our world through their contributions to arts, science, and politics and how… Read More →

  • Copyright: 2024
  • Hardcover
  • List Price: $245.20
  • Your Price: $183.90
  • 8 titles

Tom Brady: Gridiron G.O.A.T.

From the Series Gateway Biographies

In 23 NFL seasons, Tom Brady showed he was the greatest quarterback in league history by winning an unmatched seven Super Bowls. But he had to prove himself every step of the way. Brady… Read More →

  • Lexile: 1020
  • ATOS: 6.3
  • Dewey: 796.332092 [B]
  • Copyright: 2024