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Gloria Takes a Stand - by Jess Rinker (Hardcover)

Gloria Takes a Stand - by  Jess Rinker (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Ideal for fans of "I Dissent" comes an inspirational and empowering account of the life of women's rights icon Gloria Steinem. Full color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>Perfect for fans of <i>I Dissent </i>comes an inspirational and empowering account of the life of women's rights icon Gloria Steinem.</b></p><p>As a young girl, Gloria Steinem thought for herself and spoke her mind. She read many books by her favorite authors and imagined herself as the heroine of the story.</p><p>Gloria wished. She read. And imagined.</p><p>But Gloria grew up during a time when women were not encouraged, or even allowed, to do a lot of the things men could do: go to college, get a job, open a bank account, and more. There were restrictions that made it impossible for women to be independent or equal to men. So, Gloria set out to change that . . .</p><p>Gloria listened. She watched. And wrote.<br>Gloria believed. She marched. And dreamed.</p><p>From unconventional childhood, to Smith College, to <i>Ms.</i> magazine, to the women's liberation movement, to feminist icon<i>--Gloria Takes a Stand </i>brings to the page a spirited look at Gloria Steinem's influential life, energizing a new generation of feminists to stand up and demand equal rights for all people.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"A great read for younger kids who want to be inspired to make positive change in the world. Pair it with Debbie Levy's <i>I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark</i>. . . . An excellent picture book biography about a courageous activist, advocate, and leader." --<i>School Library Journal</i></p><p>"Filled with bright pop art and thought-provoking images, patterns, and styles that transform as the years pass, Gloria's story will inspire a new generation to follow their dreams and fight for equality." --<i>Foreword Reviews</i></p><p>"A tribute to feminist icon, activist, and writer Gloria Steinem. . . . Engaging." --<i>Kirkus Reviews</i></p><p>"Give[s] a new generation background into Gloria Steinem's life and influence." --<i>School Library Connection</i></p><p>"Adding to the growing, yet still needed, #MeToo books for young readers . . . Textured and digitally enhanced mixed-media illustrations evoke the diversity she celebrated." --<i>Booklist</i></p><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Jessica M. Rinker </b>has a BA in social welfare from Bloomsburg University and an MFA in writing for children and young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. She's a freelance writer and the author of several award-winning essays, poems, and short stories. By listening to people--real or fictional--and telling their stories, Jess hopes to make change in the world just as Gloria has. She has three kids and currently lives in New Jersey with her husband, also a children's author.<br>@jm_rinker</p><p><b>Daria Peoples-Riley </b>makes children's books with a few inspirational words and a whole lot of colorful paint. She is a former 6th grade teacher who hopes to change the world one book at a time. She has also illustrated <i>This Is It</i>.<br>www.dariapeoples.com<br>@DariaPeoples</p>

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