Nellie vs. Elizabeth

<b><b>Included in Smithsonian Magazine's&#160;Ten Best Children&#146;s Books of 2022<br><br>In this real-life adventure daredevil and groundbreaking journalists Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland race against each other&#150;and the clock&#150;as they circle the globe by ship train and foot.&#160;Join these two stereotype-shattering reporters as they prove that not only is traveling around the world possible but that women are just as curious capable and courageous as any man.</b></b><br><br>Nellie Bly was an energetic and eager reporter but she wasn't able to think of a good story for her editors. Wishing she was on the other end of the earth Nellie had an inspiration&#150;she would travel around the world just like in the fictional adventure book <i>Around the World in Eighty Days</i>. When a fellow journalist Elizabeth Bisland heard about Nellie's plans she decided to up the stakes&#150;by beating Nellie in her own race!&#160;<br>&#160;<br>This exciting American history story about two pioneering women who paved the way for equality will inspire young readers.<br>&#160;<br><b>The perfect choice for parents and teachers looking for:<br></b>Books for kids ages 7 - 10 about women's history<br>Feminist picture books about historical women and daring books for girls<br>American history books for kids