__"I've always believed I could do whatever I set my mind to do."__--__Alice Coachman__ (1923-2014), Olympic gold medalist in high jump  
  
 __Did you know . . .__   
· Born into slavery, __Rebecca Crumpler__ became the first Black female physician in America.   
  
· Stuntwoman __Bessie Coleman__ was the first Black person in the world to obtain a pilot's license.   
  
· The work of Harlem Renaissance sculptor __Selma Burke__ can be found on the American dime.   
  
· The calculations of NASA mathematician __Katherine Goble Johnson__ were critical to the success of US manned spaceflight.  
  
These Black women and many more overcame tremendous obstacles and prejudices to make their mark on American history. In She Led the Way, you'll read the inspiring stories of fourteen innovative, courageous, artistic, and driven women. Despite living in a world that was too often indifferent and even hostile, these women broke through barriers of gender and color in order to reach their goals, fulfill their potential, and live amazing lives.

__Suzanne Curtis Briggs__ is a former teacher who has been reading history all her life and enjoys writing about it. She loves a good story, especially when it's true.

Born into slavery, Rebecca Crumpler became the first Black female physician in America. Stuntwoman Bessie Coleman was the first Black person in the world to obtain a pilot's license. The work of Harlem Renaissance sculptor Selma Burke can be found on the American dime. The calculations of NASA mathematician Katherine Goble Johnson were critical to the success of US manned spaceflight.  
  
These Black women and many more overcame tremendous obstacles and prejudices to make their mark on American history. In She Led the Way, you'll read their inspiring stories and the stories of ten more innovative, courageous, artistic, and driven women who broke through barriers of gender and color in order to reach their goals and fulfill their potential in a world that was too often indifferent and even hostile. Includes illustrations.

This nonfiction book for middle-grade readers celebrates the contributions of 14 Black women in history who have had a profound impact on the lives of all Americans.

Briggs, Suzanne Curtis

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\["For children ages 8-11","Features stories of 10 black women who have overcome obstacles to do great things","A great book for inspiring the next generation to stand up and make a difference"\]

Be inspired by 10 determined black women who have fought again prejudice and used their God-given talents to change history.

She Led the Way

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