Books like All the Way to the Top: How One Girl's Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed Everything
Coretta Scott
Ntozake Shange, Kadir Nelson, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates Coretta Scott King’s inspiring, impactful life.
Empowers children with themes of equality and justice.
Vibrant illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Encourages discussions on history and civil rights.
Coretta Scott
Ntozake Shange, Kadir Nelson, 2011
Award winning
The Choice
Edith Eger, Dr. Edith Eva Eger, 2018
289 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and personal growth.
Addresses overcoming adversity through relatable storytelling.
Inspires empathy and understanding in young readers.
Promotes psychological healing and self-liberation.
The Choice
Edith Eger, Dr. Edith Eva Eger, 2018
Award winning
I Am Gandhi: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, Christopher Eliopoulos, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Gandhi’s peaceful, impactful life story.
Encourages moral values and perseverance among young readers.
Empowers kids to believe in making positive changes.
Illustrated narrative makes history accessible and engaging.
I Am Gandhi: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, Christopher Eliopoulos, 2017
Award winning
No Truth Without Ruth: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Kathleen Krull, Nancy Zhang, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring biography of trailblazer Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Promotes values of equality, justice, and perseverance.
Educational content supports civic awareness and history.
Engages young readers with a powerful role model.
No Truth Without Ruth: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Kathleen Krull, Nancy Zhang, 2021
Bold & Brave: Ten Heroes Who Won Women the Right to Vote
Kirsten Gillibrand, Maira Kalman, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with ten heroic women's stories.
Educational insights into women's suffrage movement.
Encourages civic awareness and participation.
Empowers young readers with real-life role models.
Bold & Brave: Ten Heroes Who Won Women the Right to Vote
Kirsten Gillibrand, Maira Kalman, 2018
Award winning
Justice Rising: 12 Amazing Black Women in the Civil Rights Movement
Katheryn Russell-Brown, Kim Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights influential Black women in civil rights history.
Encourages empowerment, equality awareness in young readers.
Inspires with real stories of courage and leadership.
Supports discussions on justice and societal impact.
Justice Rising: 12 Amazing Black Women in the Civil Rights Movement
Katheryn Russell-Brown, Kim Holt, 2023
Award winning
Rad American Women A-Z: Rebels, Trailblazers, and Visionaries Who Shaped Our History ... and Our Future!
Kate Schatz, Miriam Klein Stahl, Bahni Turpin, Audible Studios, Allyson Johnson, 2015
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with stories of pioneering American women.
Educational content on history and social change.
Empowers and motivates through real-life role models.
Promotes gender equality and perseverance.
Rad American Women A-Z: Rebels, Trailblazers, and Visionaries Who Shaped Our History ... and Our Future!
Kate Schatz, Miriam Klein Stahl, Bahni Turpin, Audible Studios, Allyson Johnson, 2015
Award winning
Timelines from Black History: Leaders, Legends, Legacies
D.K. Publishing, Mireille Harper, DK, DK Children, Nneka Okoye, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Showcases significant figures and events in Black history.
Enhances understanding of cultural and historical impacts.
Encourages diversity awareness and inclusivity.
Engaging educational tool for young readers.
