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edition:Paperback
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category: Children's Nonfiction
published: Apr 2004
ISBN:9781896764818
publisher: Second Story Press

Great Women Leaders

by Heather Ball

tagged: political, social activists, women, girls & women
Description

Great Women Leaders profiles ten women who took their place on the world stage, many in positions of leadership.

 

About the Author
Heather Ball is a professional writer and editor. She has written three other books in the Women’s Hall of Fame Series: Astonishing Women Artists, Magnificent Women in Music, and Great Women Leaders. She lives and works in Edmonton.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
Age:
9 to 13
Grade:
3 to 9
Reading age:
9 to 12
Awards
  • Commended, Amelia Bloomer Project's 2005 Best Feminist Books for Young Readers - American Library Association
Editorial Reviews

The book continues the series' work of filling in the gaps of traditional history with the stories of influential women.

— Quill & Quire

An excellent reference for women's studies courses and a support for world history investigations.

— Resource Links

Ball writes with enthusiasm and interest and makes each life real and appealing for both elementary and secondary students.

— Professionally Speaking (Ontario College of Teachers)

For ages nine to 13, but should prove fascinating to women of any age.

— Burnaby NOW
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