A collection of essays, poems and anecdotes from women who command kid's respect and smart talk by 33 Extraordinary Women. Ages 10-13.

20 True Stories of girls and young women ages 6-17 who have invented everything from a blinking tooth-fairy light to computers that recognize speech. Includes information on how to invent something yourself.

Topics include Money, chores for cash, what to do with dough, etc. Ages 8 and up

For a twist on a tale that is traditionally passed on to our American daughters, read this. Based on an Iraqi story, this beautifully-illustrated book has a heroine named Maha. And, instead of a glass slipper, we find a golden one; instead of a fairy godmother, she has a helpful fish!

Profiles 10 women members of Congress chronicling their childhood and careers including setbacks and successes. Non-fiction ages 9-14.

Straight talk about "firsts" in a girl's life and their changing body. Ages 9-12.

A down-to-earth discussion of menstruation and pelvic exams, including thoughts on body image and quotes from real women and girls on how they feel about menstruation. Removable parent guide helps parents talk to their daughters about these issues. Spanish edition available. (Volcano Press) includes parents guide. Nonfiction book for ages 8 and up.

Most people don't know that Amelia Bloomer, famous for her attempts to reform women's dress habits in the nineteenth century, also started her own newspaper, "The Lily." But don't make the mistake of assuming this is a heavy book. It's actually very light-hearted, with a lovely scrolling typeface and large, colorful illustrations. This makes what might be an otherwise dry, historical story into a free-wheeling and delightful experience.

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