Amelia to Zora Paperback by Cynthia Chin-Lee (Author); Megan Halsey (Illustrator); Sean Addy (Illustrator)

Product Details

• Publisher: Charlesbridge (2008-07-01)
• Language: English
• Paperback: 32 pages
• ISBN-13: 9781570915239
• Item Weight: 181.44 grams
• Dimensions: 11.0 x 8.5 x 0.13 cm

Twenty-six amazing women; twenty-six amazing stories. From writers to scientists, sports figures to politicians, this diverse collection highlights women who changed the world. Celebrating twenty-six unique voices, visions, and victories, Amelia to Zora, introduces children to the scope of both the struggles and the achievements of women historically and globally. Beautiful and intricate collages bring these women’s stories and message to life in this collection that will bring young readers inspiration in each turn of the page.

About the Author

Cynthia Chin-Lee was born and raised in Washington, D.C., in a family with four older siblings. Her father is a medical doctor and her mother an artist. Cynthia picked up a pen and began writing for fun when she was in the sixth grade. "I liked writing poetry and scribbling in my journal because I found it comforting and therapeutic. I still write for that reason and because I like playing with words." Cynthia has written several books for children and lives in California.