Wilma Mankiller / written by Traci Sorell ; interior illustrations by Gillian Flint.
"The descendant of Cherokee ancestors who had been forced to walk the Trail of Tears, Wilma Mankiller experienced her own forced removal from the land she grew up on as a child. As she got older and learned more about the injustices her people had faced, she dedicated her life to instilling pride in Native heritage and reclaiming Native rights. She went on to become the first woman Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Traci Sorell, readers learn about the amazing life of Wilma Mankiller--and how she persisted. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Wilma Mankiller'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!" -- Publisher Marketing.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780593403051
- ISBN: 0593403053
- ISBN: 9780593403037
- ISBN: 0593403037
- Physical Description: 57 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
- Publisher: New York : Philomel Books, [2022]
- Copyright: ©2022
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- "Inspired by She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton & Alexandra Boiger" --Title Page.
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 55-57).
- Formatted Contents Note:
- A girl called pearl -- Bay area blues -- Alcatraz and activism -- Home to mankiller flats -- Leading her people -- Inspiring others -- How you can persist.
- Target Audience Note:
- 1040L Lexile
- Study Program Information Note:
- Accelerated Reader AR LG 6.5 1 523097.
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- Mankiller, Wilma, 1945-2010 > Juvenile literature.
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- 25 of 25 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at McDowell County Public Library.
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- 0 current holds with 25 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fort Branch Library | JUV BIO MAN (Text) | 37810438100199 | Juvenile Biography | Available | - |
