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Product Description Did you know that you can be anything you want to be? There is a Girl Headed to the White House is an illustrative creative piece that paints the picture of a woman headed to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. This woman speaks to her former self and encourages the little girl in all of us to think with our minds, serve with our hearts, work with our hands, and believe in our wildest dreams. The future is filled with girl power. When one girl wins, we all win. Review "Dr. Killiebrew's brilliance, cultural awareness, and her love for literacy is evident in every word she writes. She has increased the momentum for us all to celebrate history. Every stride in the right direction is a victory for us all."-K-6 Teacher (Hamilton County Schools)"Every girl and woman should read this amazing piece. After reading it together, my daughter and I both felt like we could do anything. I was brought to tears and inspired to realize my dreams and to teach my daughter about the amazing things that women can do, so that she can realize her dreams too. -Nikki M. & McKenzie M. (9) About the Author Educationist, philanthropist, visionary leader, servant, advocate, and wordsmith are all words that can begin to scratch the surface of who Jazz Killiebrew is. Dr. Killiebrew fell in love with reading at a young age and credits Ann Martin's, The Baby Sitter's Club for serving as the catalyst for what has been a rewarding and joy-filled adventure as an English and Literature teacher and professor. She is known in the classroom for challenging students to think critically and write with clarity. In her class, books, music, and poetry came alive. Dr. Killiebrew is a southern girl. She was born in Alabama. In her leisure time, she enjoys, reading, writing, thought-provoking conversation, shopping, trying new foods, and Alabama football! She and her husband reside in Georgia, where she strives daily to help others imagine their dreams.