Nellie vs. Elizabeth

<b><b>Included in Smithsonian Magazine's Ten Best Children's Books of 2022 <p/>In this real-life adventure daredevil and groundbreaking journalists Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland race against each other-and the clock-as they circle the globe by ship train and foot. 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> <p/>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-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-by beating Nellie in her own race! <p/>This exciting American history story about two pioneering women who paved the way for equality will inspire young readers. <p/><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