{"product_id":"she-persisted-harriet-tubman-9780593115664","title":"She Persisted: Harriet Tubman","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eInspired by the #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller \u003ci\u003eShe Persisted\u003c\/i\u003e by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this chapter book biography by bestselling and award-winning author Andrea Davis Pinkney, readers learn about the amazing life of Harriet Tubman--and how \u003ci\u003eshe persisted\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBorn enslaved, Harriet Tubman rose up to become one of the most successful, determined and well-known conductors of the Underground Railroad. With her family's love planted firmly in her heart, Harriet looked to the North Star for guidance--and its light helped guide her way out of slavery. Her courage made it possible for her to help others reach freedom too. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eComplete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Harriet Tubman'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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAnd don't miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Claudette Colvin, Ruby Bridges, Oprah Winfrey, and more! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eShe Persisted: Harriet Tubman\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e \"This chapter-book biography humanizes [Tubman] and brings her to life . . . Pinkney and Flint have created a standout series opener.\" --\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, *STARRED REVIEW*\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"The story-like text moves along at a brisk pace, relating anecdotes that will appeal to young readers . . . and the simple line drawings that appear every few pages add nuance.\" --\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"This engaging biography is a quick but informative read and well-matched for the intended audience.\" --\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAndrea Davis Pinkney\u003c\/b\u003e (andreadavispinkney.com) is the\u003ci\u003e New York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling and award-winning author of numerous books for children and young adults, and has been recognized by the Coretta Scott King Author Award committee with an honor for \u003ci\u003eLet It Shine: Stories of Black Women Freedom Fighters \u003c\/i\u003eand a medal for \u003ci\u003eHand in Hand: Ten Black Men Who Changed America\u003c\/i\u003e. She is a four-time nominee for the NAACP Image Award. In addition to her work as an author, Ms. Pinkney is a publishing executive. She has been named one of the \"25 Most Influential Black Women in Business\" by \u003ci\u003eThe Network Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, and is among \u003ci\u003eChildren's Health\u003c\/i\u003e magazine's \"25 Most Influential People in Our Children's Lives.\" You can follow her on Twitter @AndreaDavisPink. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eChelsea Clinton \u003c\/b\u003eis the author of the #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestseller \u003ci\u003eShe Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eShe Persisted Around the World: 13 Women Who Changed History\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eShe Persisted in Sports: American Olympians Who Changed the Game\u003c\/i\u003e;\u003ci\u003e Don't Let Them Disappear: 12 Endangered Species Across the Globe\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eIt's Your World: Get Informed, Get Inspired \u0026amp; Get Going!\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eStart Now!: You Can Make a Difference\u003c\/i\u003e; with Hillary Clinton, \u003ci\u003eGrandma's Gardens\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eGutsy Women\u003c\/i\u003e; and, with Devi Sridhar, \u003ci\u003eGoverning Global Health: Who Runs the World and Why?\u003c\/i\u003e She is also the Vice Chair of the Clinton Foundation, where she works on many initiatives, including those that help empower the next generation of leaders. She lives in New York City with her husband, Marc, their children and their dog, Soren. You can follow Chelsea Clinton on Twitter @ChelseaClinton or on Facebook at facebook.com\/chelseaclinton. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eGillian Flint \u003c\/b\u003e(gillianflint.com) is an illustrator who has a passion for painting in watercolors. She has been drawing and creating characters for as long as she can remember. Her work has been published in the USA, the UK and Australia. In her spare time she enjoys reading and gardening at her home in the UK. You can follow her on Instagram @gillianflint_illustration. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlexandra Boiger \u003c\/b\u003e(alexandraboiger.com) has illustrated nearly twenty picture books, including the She Persisted series by by Chelsea Clinton; the popular Tallulah series by Marilyn Singer; and the Max and Marla books, which she also wrote. Originally from Munich, Germany, she now lives outside of San Francisco, California, with her husband, Andrea; daughter, Vanessa; and two cats, Luiso and Winter. You can follow Alexandra on Instagram @alexandra_boiger.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Philomel Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50707630293266,"sku":"9780593115664","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_df59aad2-ef58-4bcb-98c8-2d49a9ee7c23.jpg?v=1734501462","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/she-persisted-harriet-tubman-9780593115664","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}