Amelia to Zora: Twenty-Six Women Who Changed the World

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

There is an inspiring woman for every letter of the alphabet. Cynthia Chin-Lee gives mini biographies on über famous people, such as Oprah, as well as lesser-known but equally inspiring visionaries such as Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit, first female president of the United Nations General Assembly. Mixed media illustrations by Megan Halsey and Sean Addy resonate with this eclectic collage of women.

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sharing my favourite must-read children's books for kids, teachers, librarians, parents, and anyone who knows a good story is a good story, regardless of the characters' ages
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6 Responses to Amelia to Zora: Twenty-Six Women Who Changed the World

  1. Rachel Eugster says:
    May 17, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    Love your blog, which I only found because you left a comment on one of mine. (suspendedsentences.blogspot.ca) Much appreciated! 🙂

    I’ve meant for some time to post a list of the best children’s books, and am delighted to see that you are actually doing so. I’ve got a book coming out in the Fall of 2013 that I hope you’ll like enough to list. The publisher is Tundra Books–yes, big name in Canadian children’s literature. Like one of your other readers, I swapped countries with you, starting in the U.S. and now belonging to Canada too!

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  2. E. R. Stanton says:
    June 5, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    This looks like a wonderful book, and very timely too, in light of all the recent press about having possibly found “A” Amelia! I really like your blog, and will be returning frequently to see what gems other gems you highlight!

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  3. Linda C. says:
    August 4, 2012 at 12:39 pm

    I just finished reading. I love the format AND the illustrations. This is an excellent book for the elementary classroom. Thanks for sharing.

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