Happy international women’s day!
In celebration of women everywhere here are five favourite motivational books for young children.
Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World
by Kate Pankhurst
An enchanting book with beautiful illustrations of strong female role model’s through history.
Ideal for ages 4-10 years.
Malala Yousafzai: Warrior with Words
by Karen Leggett Abouraya (Author)
The inspiring, story of Malala Yousafzai, a young girl from Pakistan who stands up and speaks out for every child’s right to education. The book is well written l so children can understand the facts, which are dealt with in an age appropriate way.
Recommended age is 4-7 years.
Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World by Rachel Ignotofsky
This book is brimming with the stories of 50 amazing women who made their mark in science, some not so familiar, who have brought important facts and information to our lives.
Recommended age is 8-12 years.
Maya Angelou (Little People, Big Dreams) by Lisbeth Kaiser
From the ‘Little People, Big Dreams’ series, this book follows Maya Angelou, from her early traumatic childhood to her career, civil rights campaigning and eventually, one of America’s most loved writers.
Recommended age is 5-8 years.
Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women by Catherine Thimmesh
A super inspirational book full of interesting stories and fact about women and girls doing great things and invented ingenious innovations that have made our lives simpler and better.
Recommended age is 10-12 years.