Hillary Rodham Clinton: Some Girls Are Born to Lead by Michelle Markel

Hillary Rodham Clinton: Some Girls Are Born to Lead by Michelle Markel

In the spirit of Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope and Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride comes an inspiring portrait of Hillary Rodham Clinton, the first female presidential nominee in United States history: a girl who fought to make a difference--and paved the way for women everywhere--from Michelle Markel and LeUyen Pham. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

In the 1950s, it was a man's world. Girls weren't supposed to act smart, tough, or ambitious. Even though, deep inside, they may have felt that way. And then along came Hillary. Brave, brilliant, and unstoppable, she was out to change the world.

They said a woman couldn't be a mother and a lawyer. Hillary was both. They said a woman shouldn't be too strong or too smart. Hillary was fearlessly herself.

It didn't matter what people said--she was born to lead.

With illustrations packed full of historical figures and details, this gorgeous and informative picture book biography is perfect for every budding leader. Includes a timeline, artist's note, and bibliography.

This book celebrates a girl who refused to take no for an answer, asking the question every young reader should hear:

• Women's History for Children: Follow Hillary from her childhood in the 1950s to becoming the first female presidential nominee, meeting historical figures like Martin Luther King, Jr. along the way.
• Breaking Barriers: See how she proved them wrong when they said a woman couldn't be a strong leader, a lawyer, and a mother all at once.
• Women in Politics: A perfect introduction for young readers to the world of public service, showing how one woman became a lawyer, First Lady, Senator, and Secretary of State.
• Bonus Educational Content: Go beyond the story with a detailed timeline of Hillary's life and women's rights, plus an extensive bibliography for curious minds.

Was it because she was born in Los Angeles' fantasy factory, where enormous doughnuts and fairy tale cottages abound? She's created and published a wide range of picture books, from alphabet to fiction to biography.