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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2000 · Est. 3.5 hour read
Not One Damsel in Distress
Written by Jane Yolen · Illustrated by Susan Guevara
Discover tales of fearless women who defy odds and shape legends.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 773 ratings
139 pages· 25,851 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Explore a world where women like Bradamante, Li Chi, and Makhta defy expectations and conquer challenges. From slaying serpents to leading tribes, these heroines use wit and courage to triumph. This collection of global folktales celebrates the power and resilience of women, featuring new stories from Azerbaijan and Indonesia. Will these bold women inspire you to find your own strength?
From the publisher
A collection of fifteen traditional tales from various parts of the world, with the main character of each being a fearless, strong, heroic, and resourceful woman.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 139
- Words
- 25,851
- Reading age
- 7–10
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- ~888L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.7
- F&P level
- ~U
- AR points
- 4
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 66295
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2018
- First published
- May 1, 2000
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781328900203
- LCCN
- 2017016621
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