Description

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Balancing deeply researched stories of trailblazers from the past with those of contemporary women, Women in Blue serves as both a historical reference and a career exploration resource. Original interviews reveal details of life on the job for various law enforcement positions, as well as practical advice from these remarkable women in the trenches. Packed with photos, sidebars on related topics, excerpts from primary sources, and including a bibliography, source notes, and more!

About the Author

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Cheryl Mullenbach is the author of The Industrial Revolution for Kids, winner of the 2015 International Literacy Association Award for Intermediate Nonfiction, The Great Depression for Kids, and Double Victory. She is a former history teacher, librarian, public television project manager, and social studies consultant. She lives in Panora, IA.

Praise For…

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“Young women considering careers in law enforcement will be empowered by the women profiled here.” —Booklist

“Women in Blue demonstrates the value that women bring to the law enforcement profession and how they are changing the culture of policing through communication, collaboration, and treating people with dignity and respect. Even if you are not considering a law enforcement career, you should read Women in Blue to learn how women successfully navigate a male-dominated profession.” —Catherine Sanz, executive director, Women in Federal Law Enforcement Inc.

“Mullenbach offers frank and honest stories of the personal sacrifices made by these women as they achieved their professional goals.”  —School Library Journal

“A suitable introduction to the field of law enforcement with a salutary, rarely seen focus.” —Kirkus Reviews

“An enlightening examination of a little-explored subject, offering both a historical resource and current insights into the profession.” —Publishers Weekly

“This title would be useful for teens, educators, and librarians seeking to promote nonfiction, as well as possible career opportunities for young women.” —VOYA