
By Megan Reid, Jess Cruickshank (Illustrator)
Part of the Who Did It First? series
Discover the pioneers who broke barriers and changed the world forever.
Explore the groundbreaking achievements of fifty trailblazers who reshaped entertainment, science, politics, and sports. From Beyoncé's historic Coachella performance to RuPaul's Hollywood star, each profile reveals a first that paved the way for future generations. With vibrant illustrations, this collection celebrates icons like Shirley Chisholm, Michael Jordan, and more, inspiring young readers to dream big and make their mark.
A vibrantly illustrated and compelling collection of profiles about women and men–and one dog!–who made indelible marks in entertainment, science, politics, and sports. You may know that Beyoncé was the first Black woman to headline Coachella. And maybe you know that Pelé was the first soccer player to score 1,000 professional goals. You might not know that RuPaul Charles was the first drag queen to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Or that Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was the first Latinx artist to have an album hit the top of the Billboard 200. Written by Megan Reid and illustrated by Jess Cruickshank, Who Did It First? 50 Icons, Luminaries, and Legends Who Revolutionized the World celebrates fifty trailblazers who made the world a better place. Filled with profiles highlighting what each subject accomplished first alongside vibrant illustrations, this book is a celebration of the iconic figures who have paved the way for future generations. Perfect for fans of Little Leaders, Women in Science, and Rad Women Worldwide, Who Did It First? makes a wonderful gift for any occasion and is a must-have for every young reader’s library. Featuring those mentioned above along with Shirley Chisholm, Janet Jackson, Rita Moreno, Harvey Milk, Stephen Hawking, Michael Jordan, and more.
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