The Bravest Woman in America

Ida Lewis grew up on the sea as she and her parents kept the Lime Rock Lighthouse in Rhode Island. The story of how Ida saved numerous seafarers in the period before modern technology is revealed in dramatic illustration and readable text — ideal for sharing aloud.

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Many years ago, Walter’s grandfather left Lithuania and his brother Herschel to come to America. It was a difficult decision, he explains to Walter, but one that he felt he had to make as a Jew. Walter’s questions allow his grandfather to share the story of that decision and his journey — as well as the wonderful ways he and Herschel keep in touch after so many years. Snapshots painted in watercolor lend a feeling of looking a family album, bridging the traditions of the old country with opportunities of the new. Out of print but used or library copies may be available.

In America

Marissa Moss

Age Level:

6-9

Jackie loved to pitch baseball. Her long practices paid off when at 17-years old she pitched for the Chattanooga Lookouts in a demonstration game against the New York Yankees. Jackie struck out both Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig — and forever changed baseball’s rules. The excitement of Jackie Mitchell’s story is well-paced, illustrated with slightly exaggerated and altogether winning illustrations.

Mighty Jackie: The Strike-Out Queen

Marissa Moss

Illustrator:

C. F. Payne

Age Level:

6-9

Genre:

Nonfiction, Biography

This lively picture book biography of a woman who disguised herself as a man during the Civil War introduces a time in U.S. history and a bit of women’s history. There are inferential thinking opportunities in either subject. (For example: From Sarah’s experiences, what can be inferred about women’s status in the 19th century? What can be inferred about the status of slaves when one young enslaved man tells Sarah he can’t use cash money?)

Nurse, Soldier, Spy: The Story of Sarah Edmonds, A Civil War Hero

Marissa Moss

Illustrator:

John Hendrix

Age Level:

3-6

The true story of one of only two Chinese-American women to fly for the U.S. Air Force during World War II, is told as though by Maggie Gee herself. Her dream of flying became reality because of a dream and determination. An author’s note provides a short glimpse into where and what the actual Maggie Gee does today as well as period photographs.

Sky High: The True Story of Maggie Gee

Marissa Moss

Illustrator:

Carl Angel

Age Level:

6-9

Genre:

Biography, Nonfiction

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