Who was the first woman to row across the Atlantic? Or to swim the English Channel? Or to graduate from medical school?

Ladies First introduces young readers to 40 American women of achievement who were first in their field. A full-page portrait begins each informative three-page profile. The life stories of these women are as inspiring as they are diverse. The book provides a vital starting point for report writers and researchers, and a rich source of information for fact lovers of all ages. A rich source of educational and historical material for students, Ladies First offers a catalog of inspirational role models for girls.

• Ages 10 and up
• 192 pages
• 7'' x 9''
• Hardcover
• © 2006