• *Winner of a NAPPA Gold Award!
  (National Association of Parents Publications Association)
• *A Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People
  (National Council for the Social Studies & the Children's Book Council)
• *Starred Review- Booklist
• *Starred Review- Kirkus

From the reviewers:

"Compelling multimedia illustrations" -Library Media Connections

"Marvelous collages... use everything from cloth, photographs, pen-and-ink drawings, found objects and dried flowers to make images that invite repeated examination. An inspiration and a delight." - Kirkus Review

From the publisher:

An introduction to 26 diverse, 20th-century, women who have made a difference in varied fields. Entries are arranged alphabetically by first name; each woman is featured on a full page that includes a quote and striking mixed-media art that illustrates the essence of the person.