Queen of the Cosmos - Beatrice Hill Tinsley by Maria Gill; Alistair Hughes (Illustrator)
$24.99 NZD
Category: Biography
Beatrice Hill Tinsley lived every day as if she was on borrowed time. Over her short time on Earth, she was determined to further the world's knowledge of the stars and galaxies. But it was not easy being a female scientist in those times. She would have to make a heartbreaking decision in order to foll ...Show more
A Face for Picasso : Coming of Age with Crouzon Syndrome by Ariel Henley
$25.00 NZD
Category: Biography
I am ugly. There's a mathematical equation to prove it. At only eight months old, identical twin sisters Ariel and Zan were diagnosed with Crouzon syndrome -- a rare condition where the bones in the head fuse prematurely. They were the first twins known to survive it. Growing up, Ariel and her sister en ...Show more
The Amazing Tale of Ali Pasha by Michael Foreman
$19.00 NZD
Category: Biography
Become inspired by this First World War story of bravery, courage and an unlikely friendship.On 6th May 1915, Henry Friston, a 21-year-old seaman, rejoined his battleship after ten days in Hell. Hell was just 180 metres long and 7 metres wide and was otherwise known only as 'X Beach', Gallipoli. Henry, ...Show more
The Dressmaker's Daughter by M Joshua Greene
$13.00 NZD
Category: Biography
"A young Jewish girl has been protected because her mother works as an expert seamstress for the Nazis. But how much longer can they survive? Based on a true story."--Scholastic.com.
What You Never Knew about Zendaya by Nafeesah Allen
$20.00 NZD
Category: Biography | Series: Behind the Scenes Biographies Ser.
Zendaya's star power is so bright, she only needs to go by one name. She can sing, she can dance, and she can act! But what is her life like when she's not performing? Behind the Scenes Biographies, Think you know everything about your favorite celeb or superstar athlete? There's always more to discover ...Show more
What You Never Knew about Timothée Chalamet by Nafeesah Allen
$20.00 NZD
Category: Biography | Series: Behind the Scenes Biographies Ser.
Timothée Chalamet has taken Hollywood by storm. He has dazzled on both the big and small screens. But what is his life like when the cameras aren't rolling? High-interest details and bold photos of her exciting life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave ...Show more
What You Never Knew about Stephen Curry by Nafeesah Allen
$20.00 NZD
Category: Biography | Series: Behind the Scenes Biographies Ser.
Stephen Curry has wowed fans with his incredible basketball skills, including three NBA Championships. But what is his life like off the court? High-interest details and bold photos of her fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feel ...Show more
Jane Kendeigh - Brave Nurse of World War II by Karen De La Vega (Illustrator); Emma Carlson Berne
$20.00 NZD
Category: Biography | Series: Women Warriors of World War II Ser.
During World War II, women served the Allied forces in many remarkable ways. Some were spies and activists working behind enemy lines. Others were nurses and soldiers dedicated to making a difference. Through action-packed, full-color graphic novels, get to know the courageous women warriors who took ri ...Show more
Sally Ride (Little People Big Dreams) by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
$23.00 NZD
Category: Biography | Series: Little People, BIG DREAMS Ser.
Be inspired by the life of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, with this engaging picture book designed especially for young readers. Little Sally grew up in California, and soon realized that she had a passion for science. She loved it so much that she studied it at college and became a Doct ...Show more
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Black Girl Magic by CaShawn Lilly Workneh Thompson
$40.00 NZD
Category: Biography | Series: Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls Ser.
The latest installment in the New York Times bestselling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series, featuring 100 barrier-breaking Black women and girls who showcase the spirit of Black Girl Magic. Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic, edited by award-winning journ ...Show more
Rebel Girls Awesome Entrepreneurs - 25 Tales of Women Building Businesses by Rebel Rebel Girls
$20.00 NZD
Category: Biography | Series: Rebel Girls Minis Ser.
Rebel Girls Awesome Entrepreneurs: 25 Tales of Women in Business showcases influential CEOs, entrepreneurs, founders, and investors who have used their creativity and ingenuity to develop clever ideas, launch new products, build businesses, disrupt industries, support others, and invest in the future. R ...Show more
Beth Mead (Ultimate Football Heroes - The No.1 football series): Collect Them All! by Emily Stead
$17.00 NZD
Category: Biography
As an energetic six-year-old, Beth Mead was taken to a weekly local football session by her mum. Finding a passion for the game, Beth often found herself as the only girl on the team. Despite being laughed at for this, she let her natural talent do the talking. At 16, Mead was signed to Sunderland where ...Show more