She Persisted: Rachel Levine
She Persisted: Rachel Levine by Lisa Bunker is a chapter book biography published by National Geographic Books on June 6, 2023. This 96-page edition is written in English and explores the inspiring journey of Rachel Levine, who became the first woman to serve as the United States assistant secretary for health and the first openly transgender person to hold a Senate-confirmed government position. The book highlights her early passion for helping others and her determination to overcome challenges, serving as a role model for children of all genders.
Readers will find a detailed account of Rachel Levine’s remarkable achievements, including her historic rank as an admiral in the U.S. uniformed services. The biography is complemented by black-and-white illustrations and includes an introduction from Chelsea Clinton. Additionally, it offers a list of actionable steps for readers to follow in Levine’s footsteps and make a difference in their own communities. This edition is part of the broader She Persisted series, which celebrates the stories of women who have made significant contributions in various fields.
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Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds–including Rachel Levine!
Rachel Levine became United States assistant secretary for health in 2021. She is the first woman to serve in that position, and the first openly transgender person to hold a government position that needs Senate confirmation. With her new position, Rachel was also given the rank of admiral, making her the first openly transgender four-star officer in any of the eight U.S. uniformed services. But before any of that, Rachel was a girl who loved to help people and did everything in her power to do so. Though she faced many challenges, Rachel persisted through them all and showed kids of all genders that they too can achieve their dreams.
In this chapter book biography by critically acclaimed author Lisa Bunker, readers learn about the amazing life of Rachel Levine–and how she persisted.
Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Rachel Levine’s footsteps and make a difference!
And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Sonia Sotomayor, Margaret Chase Smith, Patsy Mink, and more!
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