Books like Bold & Brave: Ten Heroes Who Won Women the Right to Vote
Award winning
Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Gwendolyn Brooks' remarkable poetic journey.
Enhances appreciation for poetry and literary expression.
Celebrates resilience and determination in creative pursuits.
Supports literacy and language development.

Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade, Cozbi A. Cabrera, 2020
Award winning
Let It Shine : Stories of Black Women Freedom Fighters
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2000
120 pages
Why to read
Celebrates achievements of Black women in history.
Inspires courage and perseverance in young readers.
Empowers children with real-life role models.
Engaging storytelling that enriches historical knowledge.

Let It Shine : Stories of Black Women Freedom Fighters
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2000
Award winning
Ketanji Brown Jackson: A Justice for All
Tami Charles, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Ketanji Brown Jackson's historic achievements.
Highlights perseverance, integrity, and justice themes.
Educational content about the judicial system.
Encourages civic engagement and equality discussions.

Ketanji Brown Jackson: A Justice for All
Tami Charles, 2023
Award winning
Rad American Women A-Z: Rebels, Trailblazers, and Visionaries Who Shaped Our History ... and Our Future!
Kate Schatz, 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, 2015
Award winning
The Gardener of Alcatraz: A True Story
Emma Bland Smith, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through a captivating true story.
Enhances empathy and understanding of historical contexts.
Encourages curiosity and interest in botany and nature.
Supports development of strong reading and comprehension skills.

The Gardener of Alcatraz: A True Story
Emma Bland Smith, 2022
Award winning
We Are Still Here!: Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Traci Sorell, Frane Lessac, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights Native American history and contemporary culture.
Educational content supports social studies learning.
Illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Encourages appreciation for cultural diversity.

We Are Still Here!: Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Traci Sorell, Frane Lessac, 2021
Award winning
Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors?: The Story of Elizabeth Blackwell
Tanya Lee Stone, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of first female doctor in America.
Encourages determination and challenging societal norms.
Empowers children, especially girls, to pursue dreams.
Educational, highlights history and gender equality.

Who Says Women Can't Be Doctors?: The Story of Elizabeth Blackwell
Tanya Lee Stone, 2013
Award winning
Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World
Vashti Harrison, 2018
90 pages
Why to read
Inspires with stories of innovative women worldwide.
Enhances knowledge on significant historical achievements.
Encourages empowerment and self-belief in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging narratives.
