Women Who Led The Way
Great Explorers and Adventurers
Mick Manning & Brita Granström author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Otter-Barry Books Ltd
Published:17th Aug '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This book celebrates the extraordinary lives of women explorers and adventurers, showcasing their courage and contributions to history. Women Who Led The Way inspires readers with powerful stories.
In Women Who Led The Way, readers are introduced to a diverse and inclusive celebration of 21 remarkable women explorers and adventurers from across the globe. The book highlights the lives of these extraordinary women, showcasing their incredible courage and determination as they ventured into uncharted territories. From Aud the Deep-Minded, an early voyager to Iceland, to Sacagawea, who played a crucial role in guiding the Lewis and Clark expedition across the United States, each story offers a unique glimpse into the past and the challenges these women faced.
The narrative continues with the inspiring tales of Mae Jemison, the first Black woman in space, and Arunima Sinha, the first woman amputee to conquer Mount Everest. These stories not only celebrate their achievements but also emphasize the strength and resilience required to break barriers in male-dominated fields. Women Who Led The Way serves as a testament to the power of women throughout history, highlighting their contributions to exploration and discovery.
Beyond their adventurous exploits, these women have made significant strides in various disciplines, including science, nature, archaeology, and ecology. Their personal stories are woven together to create a rich tapestry of inspiration, urging readers to recognize and honor the legacy of women who have paved the way for future generations. This book is a celebration of their indomitable spirit and a reminder of the impact women can have on the world.
"21 stories of amazing women explorers and adventurers, from Aud the deep-minded, an early voyager to Iceland to Mae Jemison, the first Black woman in space... Heavily illustrated, with graphic novel style fact boxes."
* The Bookseller: March Previews *"Mick Manning and Brita Granström's approach to non-fiction for younger children has revolutionised our bookshelves."
-- Lindsey Fraser * The Scotsman *"Profiling a diverse group of inspirational women, such as Mae Jamison, Nellie Bly, Amelia Earhart and Harriet Tubman, 'Women Who Led The Way' is an exciting large format hardback with vibrant watercolour illustrations and powerful stories of women who explored new places, make key discoveries and paved the way for many more to follow in their footsteps. Presented as a series of compelling narrative autobiographies, we highly recommend it for KS2 school libraries and classrooms."
-- Tom Tolkien * The School Reading List - Recommended Title *"Packed with amazing real-life stories and fascinating facts about trail-blazing women through history, this is a book to truly treasure. Sumptuous artistry, filled with brilliant brushstrokes and colour, depict the fantastic women and their feats who have become such icons to people everywhere... a truly motivational read for all children. This book is a wonderful resource to read from cover to cover or to dip in and out of."
* Mini Travellers *"...diverse and inclusive... Mick Manning and Brita Granström are well-known for producing many good quality illustrated books for children. There are now, thankfully, quite a few books celebrating the achievements of women and of people of colour, but this one is definitely recommended."
* Books for Keeps (5 star review) *"Library collections and STEM programs would benefit from this book’s age-appropriate blending of biography with diversity, history, geography, and social commentary."
* School Library Journal (UISBN: 9781915659088
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48 pages