Author: Kate Schatz
Illustrator: Miriam Klein Stahl
Publisher: City Light Books, 2015
Ages: 5-9yrs
Themes: alphabet book, women, biography
Opening: American history is filled with stories of brave and powerful men…but have you ever wondered where the women are?
Summary: (from my library catalog) Presents a collection of short biographies of notable American women representing each letter of the alphabet, from Angela Davis and Billie Jean King to Yuri Kochiyama and Zora Neale Hurston.
I like this book because: I’m a woman too! And I believe it’s always more important than ever to educate both boys and girls on the impact both sexes have on the world (And I hope to see the day where I don’t have to say that!). The vibrant graphic illustrations are a powerful plus. Every non-fiction book should be this exciting!
Resources/activities: choose a biography in the book that resonates and find out more about the woman and contemporaries in her field or cause; check out the comment section on the Amazon page- HERE
For more PPBF selections including resources and activities, go to Susanna Hill’s blog: HERE
julie rowan-zoch 
What a cool book! I wish I had thought of this one. Great pick and review for PPBF, Julie!
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I thought the same thing, Robin
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Awesome. I love this mature twist on an alphabet book and of course, I think the subject matter is great!
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It might have benefitted with a few more facts. On the other hand, I am already looking for more info on certain biographies – also good!
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I love this unique alphabet book. Great for older kids. I recognized the Grimke sisters (abolitionists). Interesting that they included Carol Burnett! Will have to check this one out.
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The spectrum is awesome, Patricia.
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Awesome. Can’t wait to see this one in person.
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Ooo. I saw this was coming out, but haven’t actually read it. Shame on me! Thanks for the review.
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Too many books, too little time…
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Yay! Great find, Julie!
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This is awesome! I know a fellow writer who would love this book. Thanks!
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Oh this looks fabulous! It’s great that it highlights women that aren’t super well known like Amelia Earhart and Rosa Parks. I LOVE Temple Grandin and Carol Burnett. I’m eager to learn more about these other women.
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Me too!
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What a great idea fr the ABC book genre, though it may not fit in perfectly, it works for older kids. I love the concept and a going to check into this book. Nice review, too.
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This is certainly a unique book. Love to find this in our library too. Thanks for sharing Julie.
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Good luck!
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Heck yeah!
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