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WOW @ The Library: Women of the Month by Alexandra Gomez, Central Collection Development January 19, 2011

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Wonders Of Women (WOW) presents the notable life and amazing accomplishments of three courageous women.

 

 

 

Amelia Earhart: the turbulent life of an American icon

by Kathleen C. Winters

Amelia Earhart Day is commemorated on January 11th. This book offers a fascinating look at the life of the courageous aviatrix, Amelia Mary Earhart—the first person to fly solo across the Pacific and first woman to perform a nonstop solo flight across the Atlantic.
 
 

Christa McAuliffe: Reach for the Stars

a film by Renee Sotile & Mary Jo Godges

Christa McAuliffe Day is observed on January 28th. A detailed documentary about the first teacher to fly in space and who tragically die along with 6 other astronauts during the space shuttle Challenger explosion on January 28, 1986.

 

Coretta Scott King: A Biography

by Laura T. McCarty

In remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday on January 17th, this biography reveals the remarkable life of his wife, Coretta Scott King, and her heroism and devotion to justice and the civil rights.

 

These and other related resources in different formats are available at your local library.

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