Girls to the Front: 40 Asian American Women Who Blazed a Trail

Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7

A nonfiction young middle grade anthology that celebrates Asian-American women, written and illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling, NAACP Image Award nominated, and Geisel Award–winning creator Niña Mata! 

Girls to the Front, Niña Mata's authorial debut, educates and inspires as it tells true stories of forty trailblazing Asian American women in American history. Illuminating biographical text paired with appealing portraits bring to life heroes, role models, and everyday women who did extraordinary things!Perfect for fans of Little Leaders, Latinitas, Rebel Girls, Notable Native People, and other anthologies for children.

About the Author

Niña Mata is a children's bookmaker and New York Times bestselling illustrator. Her books include She’s Got This; I Absolutely, Positively Love My Spots; I Promise and I Am More Than (both by LeBron James); and the Ty’s Travels series, including the Geisel Honor Book Ty’s Travels: Zip, Zoom! New is her authorial picture book debut. Visit her at ninamata.com.