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Katie, Big and Strong

The True Story of the Mighty Woman Who Could Lift Anything

Jennifer Cooper Jennifer White

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Sourcebooks Explore
03 December 2024
Katie Sandwina lifted more than carousels and cannons - she also lifted up women everywhere! Discover her story- from her career as a circus strongwoman and pioneering athlete, to her steadfast loyalty to the suffragette movement.

Katie Sandwina lifted more than carousels and cannons-she also lifted up women everywhere! Discover the story of a real-life superwoman who used her powers for good.

Katie Sandwina was the strongest woman the world had ever seen. In her circus performances, she bent steel bars, broke chains, and carried a cannon! She could lift up men with one hand and twirl them around!

It was more than just an act- Katie set a legendary world record with her ability to lift hundreds of pounds. And in an era when ""proper ladies"" were expected to be helpless and frail, Katie showed everyone that women could be powerful and take up space-and not just in the circus ring. In 1912, At the height of her fame, Katie spoke up for women's equality and the right to vote.

This is the true story of a woman who was beautiful not despite her size and strength, but because of them.

The perfect choice for parents looking for- Inspiring nonfiction about women making a difference Books about women athletes who broke barriers in sports Stories about positive body image
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Illustrated by:   Jennifer White
Imprint:   Sourcebooks Explore
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 264mm,  Width: 262mm,  Spine: 6mm
Weight:   550g
ISBN:   9781728267814
ISBN 10:   1728267811
Pages:   48
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 4 to 8 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Jennifer Cooper is an author, teacher, triathlete, and mom of three She lives with her husband and family in British Columbia, Canada. KATIE, BIG AND STRONG is her first book.

Reviews for Katie, Big and Strong: The True Story of the Mighty Woman Who Could Lift Anything

""Katie, Big and Strong should have particular appeal to American youngsters. However, a wider audience is likely to be roused by Cooper and White's imposing Katie Sandwina and the loud-and-clear message that self-confident females can do it all."" -- The British Columbia Review ""The theme comes through loud and clear: there are many ways to be strong--embrace your strengths... An empowering and entertaining read."" -- Booklist, STARRED Review


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