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Feb 15, 2011
Erika
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This book was not what I expected when I ordered it, but it was a pleasant (and very short) read. I'm not really sure what I thought it was going to be... This followed a young girl around while she talked to her family about wanting to become President. They all tell her she will never do it because she is a girl, and then they go on to talk about all these other women who have held prominent and important roles in America and around the world. It's cute. I think the back story of the girl
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May 08, 2009
babyhippoface
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I really liked the setup of this book. A young girl announces her desire to become President of the United States, and the response she receives is, "You...? a GIRL?"
Then she's told maybe she could marry a president, and the book goes into one-page biographies of 6 notable First Ladies, among them Edith Bolling Wilson, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Lady Bird Johnson.
If she doesn't want to marry a president? She can at least vote for one, thanks to the efforts of Eliz More...
Then she's told maybe she could marry a president, and the book goes into one-page biographies of 6 notable First Ladies, among them Edith Bolling Wilson, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Lady Bird Johnson.
If she doesn't want to marry a president? She can at least vote for one, thanks to the efforts of Eliz More...
Apr 13, 2010
Genre: non fiction
Number of pages: 80
Grade level/age: 9-12years
Theme: politicians, powerful women in history
Summary:
What do you want to be when you grow up? Can a girl be a the president? What about a congress woman or the person in charge or National Security? Women have had huge influences in US politics for centuries and they will be for centuries to come. Learn about some of the most influential right here.
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Number of pages: 80
Grade level/age: 9-12years
Theme: politicians, powerful women in history
Summary:
What do you want to be when you grow up? Can a girl be a the president? What about a congress woman or the person in charge or National Security? Women have had huge influences in US politics for centuries and they will be for centuries to come. Learn about some of the most influential right here.
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Mar 09, 2011
Bryan
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This book works wells as an informational book about women in politics, although I feel like it is a little outdated now and has glaring omissions. It is an especially good selection for International Women's Day. The playful dialogue succeeds in breaking up the monotony of the who's who format. As for the illustrations, I find them a little dated, but endearing. Notable omissions would include Carol Mosely Braun's election as the first African-American female U. S. senator, aside from a nugget
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Apr 06, 2011
Heidi
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Offers 23 illustrated and brief biographies of significant women involved in politics. The book is set up with a young girl who informs the reader that when she grows up, she's going to be the president of the United States. After being informed that she could marry a president, the book then showcases various women who influenced the possibility and/or became involved in politics.
Biographies covered are previous first ladies, suffragists, congressional leaders, and worldwide governi More...
Biographies covered are previous first ladies, suffragists, congressional leaders, and worldwide governi More...
Aug 18, 2011
Katherine
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This book has two separate themes. One theme follows a young girl who wants to be president of the United States some day. She is barraged by her friends and family with suggestions as to how she can be influential and still NOT be the president. After each series of questions, the book then switches to brief biographies of women who were/are influential in their times, but were not "president". The reason I gave the book only three stars is that it is a little dated, and that the
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Mar 08, 2011
Celeste
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A delightful quick read about a young girl who wishes to become president. This story is an informational and inspiring read that informs the reader about the various women in politics. A great read to educate children in regards to women who have had an influence in politics.
Jan 12, 2011
Ari
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I love this book, it was my first introduction to all the awe-inspiring women in politis (I have since discovered that not all of them were as amazing as I originally thought when I was younger ;)
Sadly, my copy has gone missing :(
Sadly, my copy has gone missing :(
Feb 06, 2012
Michelle
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I really learned a lot reading this book! It would be great to see the author and illustrator do an updated version. This one is from 2004.
Sep 01, 2009
rachel
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This book brings a HUGE smile to my face. I want to give it to every girl child I know.
Aug 17, 2011
Cheery
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Probably this book is written for a young audience. It is an informative, fun, easy, and illustrated book about America's female politicians. I like it.
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