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Pub. Date:
2016
Lexile measure:
1040L
Language:
English
Description:
"In the 1940s and 50s, when the newly minted Jet Propulsion Laboratory needed quick-thinking mathematicians to calculate velocities and plot trajectories, they didn't turn to male graduates. Rather, they recruited an elite group of young women who, with only pencil, paper, and mathematical prowess, transformed rocket design, helped bring about the first American satellites, and made the exploration of the solar system possible. For the first time,...
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Publisher:
Titan Comics
Pub. Date:
2012
Language:
English
Description:
It's over. The romance of the century is done and Tank Girl and Booga have gone their separate ways. No more Tristan and Isolde. No more Aragorn and Arwen. But little do the star-uncrossed lovers realize that they are but pawns in a much bigger game that threatens to bring Old Testament ruin upon the Earth and see cats and dogs living together! Pure Tank Girl. Pure genius. Puerile entertainment.
Author:
Pub. Date:
2022
Lexile measure:
AD: Adult Directed 610L
Language:
English
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Description:
"A love letter to and for Black girls everywhere, Black Girl Rising alchemizes the sorrow and strength of the past into the brilliant gold of the future, sweeping young readers of all backgrounds into a lyrical exploration of what it means to be Black, female, and glorious"--
6. Girl rising
Publisher:
Docurama Films
Pub. Date:
[2014]
Language:
English
Description:
View a groundbreaking film, which tells the stories of nine extraordinary girls from nine countries, written by nine celebrated writers and narrated by nine renowned actors. Viewers will see a showcase of strength from the human spirit and the power of education to change the world.
Language:
English
Description:
"Casualties of war rage beyond the battlefield. As ranks of women in the American military swell, so do incidents of rape. An estimated 30 percent of servicewomen and at least 1 percent of servicemen are sexually assaulted during their enlistment, not by the enemy, but at the hands of fellow soldiers. With stark clarity and escalating revelations, The Invisible War exposes a rape epidemic in the armed forces, investigating the institutions that perpetuate...
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Publisher:
Lethabo Maleka
Pub. Date:
2024
Language:
English
Description:
Embark on a poignant journey through the tumultuous landscape of apartheid-era South Africa and into democracy, where resilience, courage and the pursuit of knowledge shine through personal experiences. Follow the author's compelling tale of survival, strength and the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This narrative offers a heartfelt reflection on family bonds, cultural heritage and the complexities of growing up in a changing...
11. Girl Rising
Publisher:
Docurama
Pub. Date:
2017
Language:
English
Description:
This special edition of Girl Rising commemorates the stories of nine incredible girls-striving beyond circumstance, pushing past limits. Their dreams, their voices, their remarkable stories-captured in an unforgettable film about the power of education.
12. Goth Girl Rising
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Publisher:
HarperCollins
Pub. Date:
2009
Language:
English
Description:
Time is a funny thing in the hospital. In the mental ward. You lose track of it easily. After six months in the Maryland Mental Health Unit, Kyra Sellers, a.k.a. Goth Girl, is going home. Unfortunately, she's about to find out that while she was away, she lost track of more than time. Kyra is back in black, feeling good, and ready to make up with the only person who's ever appreciated her for who she really is. But then she sees him. Fanboy. Transcended...
Author:
Publisher:
Cara Martin
Pub. Date:
2024
Language:
English
Description:
In the near future seventeen-year-old Canadian Leanne Khoury watches a second twenty-first century global pandemic-this one highly fatal in young adults-steal the life of her best friend. When Leanne is stricken ill too her affluent parents have her cryogenically frozen in a facility performing experimental procedures. Reanimated and cured of virus years later, Leanne isn't the same. Her awareness intermittently 'disconnects', stalling her body and...
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Publisher:
OC Publishing
Pub. Date:
2021
Language:
English
Description:
Rise! A Girl's Struggle for More is an old-fashioned, historical family drama-a sweet, yet edgy, coming of age story. Set in the 1920s, it is based on the life of the author's grandmother. The main character, Ruby Pearl, is mature beyond her years, born at least a decade too soon. Growing up in a family of nine children in Oilton, Oklahoma, with her nose constantly in a book, she's the girl who would rather read than can tomatoes. Ruby studies...
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Publisher:
Dreamscape Media
Pub. Date:
2019
Language:
English
Description:
Long ago, Muslim women rode into battle to defend their dreams. They opened doors to the world's oldest library. They ruled, started movements, and spread knowledge. Today, Muslim women continue to make history. Once upon a time, they were children with dreams, just like you. Discover the true stories of nineteen unstoppable Muslim women of the twenty-first century who have risen above challenges, doubts, and sometimes outright hostility to blaze...
Author:
Publisher:
Gordon Nsowine
Pub. Date:
2023
Language:
English
Description:
Dive into the extraordinary journey of a young girl who defies all expectations and becomes a millionaire before turning 20. This captivating book takes you on a rollercoaster ride of ambition, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams. Brace yourself for a story that challenges societal norms, inspires greatness, and proves that age is just a number when it comes to achieving extraordinary success. Get ready to be inspired, motivated, and empowered as...
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Publisher:
Salaam Reads, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Pub. Date:
©2019
Lexile measure:
860L
Language:
English
Description:
This picture book introduces readers to nineteen powerhouse Muslim women who rose up and made their voices heard. Long ago, Muslim women rode into battle to defend their dreams. They opened the doors to the world's oldest library. They ruled, started movements, and spread knowledge. Today, Muslim women continue to make history. Once upon a time, they were children with dreams, just like you. Discover the true stories of nineteen unstoppable Muslim...