Rebel Girls of Black History
Little Leaders Series
What’s inside...
This book showcases the lives and achievements of historical and contemporary Black women who have made significant contributions to the world through their bravery, creativity, and intelligence. It features engaging narratives and beautiful illustrations of figures like Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, and Mae Jemison. Additionally, the sticker activity book allows young readers to learn about trailblazing Black women such as Ruby Bridges, Oprah Winfrey, Serena and Venus Williams, Harriet Tubman, Misty Copeland, and Kamala Harris. Readers can create colorful posters with numbered stickers, each printed on heavy paper with perforated edges for easy display. Dream bigger, aim higher and fight harder while learning about trailblazing Black women in this sticker activity book, featuring beautiful portraits from the bestselling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls book. The fascinating and inspiring women in this sticker book include Ruby Bridges, Oprah Winfrey, Serena and Venus Williams, Harriet Tubman, Misty Copeland, Kamala Harris and more. Numbered stickers make it easy and fun to create twelve colorful posters of heroic Black women. Each poster is printed on heavy paper with perforated edges designed to be removed from the book to hang on a wall or bulletin board.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
96 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Who is your favorite rebel girl from the book and why?
What challenges did these women face and how did they overcome them?
How do you think the world would be different if these women hadn’t stood up for themselves?
What qualities do these rebel girls possess that you admire or would like to have?
If you could meet any of the women from the book, who would it be and what would you ask them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts by asking follow-up questions related to their responses. Validate their feelings and viewpoints to create a supportive environment for discussion. Highlight the relevance of these historical figures today to help your child connect past events to their own life. Suggest your child to imagine themselves in scenarios faced by these rebel girls, fostering empathy and deeper understanding. Use the stories as a springboard to discuss broader issues of fairness, justice, and equality.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience and Persistence
Explanation: The book portrays the stories of various Black women throughout history who overcame significant obstacles to achieve great things.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to persist in the face of challenges, understanding that obstacles can be overcome with determination.
Example Lesson: Diversity and Inclusivity
Explanation: This book highlights the contributions of Black women in history, showcasing a range of cultures and experiences.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and respect individual differences and understand the strength in diversity.
Example Lesson: Importance of Education
Explanation: Many stories within the book emphasize how these women valued and pursued education to achieve their goals.
Real-World Application: It encourages children to take their education seriously and see it as a tool for personal and professional success.
Example Lesson: Empowerment and Leadership
Explanation: The stories demonstrate how these women took initiative and leadership to bring about change in their communities.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to take on leadership roles in their own lives, feeling empowered to make a positive impact in their surroundings.
Example Lesson: Courage to Challenge the Status Quo
Explanation: The book recounts how these women courageously challenged societal norms and barriers to pave the way for future generations.
Real-World Application: Children can understand the importance of standing up for what they believe in, even when it means going against the grain.