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 Deb Haaland!
As a child of two military parents, Deb Haaland moved around a lot when
she was young before finally settling in Albuquerque to be near family.
But she persisted, studying hard and eventually earning a law degree. An
enrolled member of the Pueblo Laguna nation, Deb was one of the first
two Native American women to be elected to Congress, where she
represented New Mexico's 1st District. In 2021, when the Senate
confirmed her as President Biden's secretary of the interior, she became
the first Native American in history to become a cabinet secretary. She
continues to break barriers and inspire future generations to dream of
greater opportunities.
In this chapter book biography by acclaimed author Laurel Goodluck,
readers learn about the amazing life of Deb Haaland--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
Deb Haaland's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids
who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into
their curriculum.
And don't miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series,
featuring so many more women who persisted, including Maria Tallchief,
Wilma Mankiller, Patsy Mink, and more!
