A is for Abigail An Almanac of Amazing American Women. This book is well constructed (dust jacket, binding, and pages very sturdy). It has many colorful illustrations. It also gives information on American women who, although they made important contributions to society, are very seldom mentioned in today's history books.

I bought this book for my 8 yr. old grandaughter, Abigail, for this coming Christmas. I know that she will be surprised at what a number of females have accomplished, as I was.
The illustrations are also done well and some jump off of the page. Any female reading this is sure to feel that they, as a female, can accomplish anything that they wish.

In this book, Lynne Cheney reveals her love for America and her admiration for those who have contributed to its greatness through vision, talent, determination and hard work. Young readers will learn about women who have a place in history because they led the way in important fields. These women range from well-known figures like Betsy Ross and Annie Oakley to people like Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman doctor; Mary Lyon, whose founding of Mount Holyoke College "opened the doors of higher education to women"; and Marie Curie, who received Nobel prizes for her work in both physics and chemistry.

This book is a rich compilation about the efforts of some of America's bravest and brightest female citizens, and should be in every home library. As with Cheney's America, this is a book best read together with parents. There's so much to explore and learn; it's a wonderful book to bring the generations together.

Mrs. Cheney follows the formula she used so well in America: A Patriotic Primer. Robin Preiss Glasser's terrific illustrations bring this book to life. Although some readers may find the illustrations a bit busy, many others will find the unique style stimulating.

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