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She Persisted: Margaret Chase Smith

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title She Persisted: Margaret Chase Smith
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Ruby Shamir
By (author) Chelsea Clinton
Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger
Illustrated by Gillian Flint
SeriesShe Persisted
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:80
Dimensions(mm): Height 195,Width 137
ISBN/Barcode 9780593115909
ClassificationsDewey:328.73092
Audience
Children / Juvenile
Illustrations B&W INTERIOR ILLUSTRATIONS

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint Philomel Books,U.S.
Publication Date 5 October 2021
Publication Country United States

Description

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Margaret Chase Smith! In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Ruby Shamir, readers learn about the amazing life of Margaret Chase Smith--and how she persisted. Margaret Chase Smith liked to help people, and she knew she could do that as a member of Congress. She became the first woman to serve in both the House and the Senate, where she supported the space program and more opportunities for women. Her hard work and success helped pave the way for generations of women after her to run for office! Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton and a list of ways that readers can follow in Margaret Chase Smith's footsteps and make a difference!A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum. And don't miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Sonia Sotomayor, Sally Ride, and more! Praise for She Persisted- Margaret Chase Smith- "Gives readers excellent reasons to remember this pioneering woman politician." --Kirkus Reviews "An important addition to the biography section of any library." --School Library Journal

Author Biography

Ruby Shamir (rubyshamir.com) is an award-winning children's book author whose titles include the What's the Big Deal About...American history and civics series. She previously worked in government and politics-in the White House, in the U.S. Senate, and on a bunch of campaigns-and writes to share with readers what she learned about civic engagement in those roles. She lives in the Bronx, New York, with her husband and three children. Follow her on Twitter @ruby_shamir. Chelsea Clinton is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted- 13 American Women Who Changed the World; She Persisted Around the World- 13 Women Who Changed History; She Persisted in Sports- American Olympians Who Changed the Game; Don't Let Them Disappear- 12 Endangered Species Across the Globe; It's Your World- Get Informed, Get Inspired & Get Going!; Start Now!- You Can Make a Difference; with Hillary Clinton, Grandma's Gardens and Gutsy Women; and, with Devi Sridhar, Governing Global Health- Who Runs the World and Why? She is also the Vice Chair of the Clinton Foundation, where she works on many initiatives, including those that help empower the next generation of leaders. She lives in New York City with her husband, Marc, their children and their dog, Soren. You can follow Chelsea Clinton on Twitter @ChelseaClinton or on Facebook at facebook.com/chelseaclinton.

Reviews

Praise for She Persisted: Margaret Chase Smith: "Gives readers excellent reasons to remember this pioneering woman politician." --Kirkus Reviews "An important addition to the biography section of any library." --School Library Journal