Empowering Stories about Women & Girls
The books in this section were chosen because they feature women and girls who stand up for what is right, don't let others define who they are, and aren't afraid to make mistakes and grow. From true stories of remarkable women to fiction starring confident girls, the books below are perfect for sharing with all kids to model strong self-esteem, compassion, resilience, and innovation.
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Maryam's Magic: The Story of Mathematician Maryam Mirzakhaniby Megan ReidHardcover BooksRetail: $18.99You Pay: $6.10You Save 68% -
Unbeatable Betty: Betty Robinson, the First Female Olympic Track & Field Gold Medalistby Allison Crotzer KimmelHardcover BooksRetail: $17.99You Pay: $5.31You Save 70% -
Me and the Sky: Captain Beverley Bass, Pioneering Pilotby Beverley BassHardcover BooksRetail: $17.99You Pay: $6.75You Save 62% -
Beyoncé: Shine Your Lightby Sarah WarrenHardcover BooksRetail: $16.99You Pay: $5.60You Save 67% -
Game Changers: The Story of Venus and Serena Williamsby Lesa Cline-RansomeHardcover BooksRetail: $17.99You Pay: $6.75You Save 62% -
Tails from History: A Parrot in the Painting: The Story of Frida Kahlo and Bonito (Ready-to-Read, Level 2)by Thea FeldmanPaperback BooksRetail: $4.99You Pay: $2.85You Save 43% -
Michelle Obama: First Lady, Going Higher (Step Into Reading, Level 3)by Shana CoreyPaperback BooksRetail: $5.99You Pay: $3.00You Save 50% -
Brave Clara Barton (Step Into Reading, Level 3)by Frank MurphyPaperback BooksRetail: $4.99You Pay: $2.60You Save 48% -
Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors? The Story of Elizabeth Blackwellby Tanya Lee StonePaperback BooksRetail: $8.99You Pay: $3.60You Save 60% -
Malala's Magic Pencilby Malala YousafzaiHardcover BooksRetail: $17.99You Pay: $6.75You Save 62% -
U.S. Women's Soccer: Go for Gold! (Penguin Young Readers, Level 4)by Heather AlexanderPaperback BooksRetail: $5.99You Pay: $2.85You Save 52% -
You Should Meet Mae Jemison (Ready-to-Read, Level 3)by Laurie CalkhovenPaperback BooksRetail: $4.99You Pay: $2.85You Save 43%