Nancy Pelosi (Both Sides of the Aisle)

"Democratic politician Nancy Pelosi represents California in the U.S. House of Representatives.

She was the first female Speaker of the House too.

Pelosi has long been one of the more effective lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

Readers of this accessible biography will find out how Pelosi rose to her position and her accomplishments over the years.

Colorful photographs, More to Know fact boxes, and a timeline reinforce key ideas in this informative volume, which supports social studies curricula and aids knowledge building, a key component of the science of reading"-- Provided by publisher.