My Name Is Not Isabella

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A rollicking read-aloud and terrific "read-to-myself" story, full of complete with backmatter about Isabella's favorite women throughout history!A New York Times Bestseller!Just How Big Can a Little Girl Dream? Ask Isabella...She takes a wild ride--and discovers the sky's the limit!Who Is Your Hero?Isabella's include U.S. Astronaut Sally Ride, activist Rosa Parks, and sharpshooter Annie Oakley--but there's no bigger hero than Isabella's own mommy! Join Isabella on an adventure of discovery--and find out how imagining to be these extraordinary women teaches her the importance of being her extraordinary self."This story...speaks frankly about self-identity and self affirmation as Isabella decides at the end that she is actually herself...because she possesses the best parts of all of the women she looks up to."--ForeWord Magazine"The colorful mixed-media artwork reinforces the fanciful, upbeat tone of the book. Use this story to ignite young readers' interest in women's history." --School Library JournalMy Name Is Not Isabella is capturing hearts and awards, including: Silver ForeWord Book of the Year Award for Picture BooksGold Moonbeam Children's Book AwardGold Independent Publisher Book AwardAmelia Bloomer ListA great choice if looking for: Feminist books for little girls and boysHistorical women books for kidsSupreme court justices biographies for kids