Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 2
#2 of 5 in Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls Series
What’s inside...
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 2 is a bestselling sequel that features 100 new bedtime stories about inspiring women, from historical figures to contemporary icons. Each story is presented in a fairytale format, encouraging readers to dream big and explore the extraordinary lives of women like Angela Merkel, Malala Yousafzai, and Beyoncé. The book is filled with beautiful illustrations and crowd-sourced from a passionate global community, making it a powerful celebration of female empowerment and potential.
Discussion points
Which story inspired you the most and why?
How do you think these women showed courage or creativity?
If you could meet any woman from the book, who would it be and what would you ask her?
How do you think these stories can change the way we think about what girls can achieve?
Tip: Role play these questions
Select one story each night to read together, focusing on the challenges faced by the woman in the story and her achievements.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the featured women’s shoes and discuss possible decisions they would make.
Use a world map to locate the countries these women come from to add a geographical exploration element to your reading time.
After reading, ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite woman from the book and explain what makes them inspiring.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience and perseverance
Explanation: The book narrates stories of women who overcame obstacles and persevered in their fields against all odds.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face challenges head-on and keep working towards their goals, despite difficulties.
Example Lesson: Diversity and inclusivity
Explanation: This collection features women from various backgrounds, cultures, and professions, showcasing a broad spectrum of human experience.
Real-World Application: Young readers will learn to appreciate and embrace differences, fostering a sense of global citizenship and inclusivity.
Example Lesson: Importance of education and knowledge
Explanation: Many stories highlight women whose achievements were made possible through education and the pursuit of knowledge.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to value their education and remain curious and enthusiastic about learning.
Example Lesson: Empowerment and self-belief
Explanation: The book emphasizes that believing in oneself is key to achieving one's dreams, illustrated through the lives of these inspirational women.
Real-World Application: This encourages kids to trust in their own abilities and to be confident in making decisions that affect their lives.
Example Lesson: Impact of determination
Explanation: Each narrative underlines how determination can lead to extraordinary accomplishments, regardless of the challenges presented.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of staying determined, helping them to achieve their own goals and overcome personal challenges.