Kate Schatz

Kate Schatz is an American author, educator, and activist known for writing feminist literature and children's books that highlight historically significant women and social movements. Her most recognized works include the "Rad Women" series, which features illustrated biographical collections celebrating notable women throughout history. She served as the Chair of the School of Literary Arts at Oakland School for the Arts and co-founded Solidarity Sundays, a nationwide network focused on feminist activism. Schatz's writing has appeared in several publications including Oxford American, Denver Quarterly, and Joyland. The "Rad Women" series, illustrated by Miriam Klein Stahl, includes titles such as "Rad American Women A-Z," "Rad Women Worldwide," and "Rad American History A-Z." These books have become educational resources used in schools and libraries across the United States to teach young readers about diverse historical figures and social justice movements. Schatz holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Brown University and a BA from UC Santa Cruz. She continues to write, speak, and conduct workshops focused on feminist literature, activism, and social justice education.

Readers praise Schatz's ability to present complex historical figures and movements in an accessible format for young readers. Parents and educators highlight how the "Rad Women" books spark conversations with children about social justice and feminism. What readers liked: - Clear, engaging writing style for youth audiences - Diverse representation of historical figures - Educational value and classroom usefulness - High-quality illustrations by Miriam Klein Stahl - Age-appropriate handling of serious topics What readers disliked: - Some found the biographical entries too brief - A few readers noted political bias in subject selection - Some wanted more in-depth historical context Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: "Rad American Women A-Z" - 4.3/5 (13,000+ ratings) "Rad Women Worldwide" - 4.4/5 (3,000+ ratings) Amazon: "Rad American Women A-Z" - 4.8/5 (1,500+ reviews) "Rad Women Worldwide" - 4.8/5 (500+ reviews) One teacher wrote: "Perfect for introducing students to lesser-known historical figures while keeping them engaged with the artwork."

Rad American Women A-Z (2015) An illustrated children's book featuring 26 diverse American women, one for each letter of the alphabet, who made significant contributions to history, arts, politics, and science.

Rad Women Worldwide (2016) A collection of biographical profiles featuring 40 women from different countries and time periods who impacted global history.

Rad Girls Can (2018) Profiles of young women and girls who accomplished notable achievements before the age of 20 in various fields.

Do the Work! An Antiracist Activity Book (2022) A workbook containing exercises, prompts, and historical information focused on understanding and confronting racism.

Bad Princess: True Tales from Behind the Tiara (2018) A historical examination of real princesses throughout history, exploring their lives beyond traditional fairy tale narratives.

Kill the Princess: A Parent's Guide to Raising Kids Free from Gender Stereotypes (2024) A nonfiction guide addressing gender stereotypes in parenting and childhood development.

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