Explore our Children’s Books About Women and Girls, crafted for ages 4–11. These empowering stories celebrate strong female characters, promote gender equality, and inspire confidence.
- Rosie Revere, Engineer
Author: Andrea Beaty
Age Rating: 4–8
Description: Rosie is a quiet young girl with big dreams of becoming a great engineer. While she builds amazing inventions, her fear of failure keeps her from showing them off. With encouragement from her Aunt Rose, Rosie learns that mistakes are stepping stones to success.
Review: “I loved how Rosie didn’t give up, even when her first try didn’t work. Rosie’s adventure made me want to try new things!”
— Saffron, age 7
2. Ada Twist, Scientist
Author: Andrea Beaty
Age Rating: 5–8
Description: Ada Twist is a curious young girl with endless questions about the world. Her love for science leads her to messy experiments and valuable lessons about persistence and discovery.
Review: “Ada’s experiments made me laugh!”
— Rory, age 8
3. She Persisted
Author: Chelsea Clinton
Age Rating: 6–10
Description: This inspiring book tells the stories of 13 incredible women, from Harriet Tubman to Oprah Winfrey, who stood strong in the face of challenges and made history.
Review: “I learned about so many amazing women and how they didn’t let anything stop them!”
— Emily, age 10
4. Malala’s Magic Pencil
Author: Malala Yousafzai
Age Rating: 5–9
Description: Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai shares her story of dreaming about a magic pencil to make the world better. When she discovers the power of her voice, she begins advocating for education and equality.
Review: “This book made me feel sad but hopeful, Malala is so brave!”
— Yasmin, age 7
5. I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark
Author: Debbie Levy
Age Rating: 6–10
Description: This engaging biography of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg shows how she stood up for equality and justice from a young age, paving the way for change.
Review: “I liked learning about Ruth and how she always said what she believed was right”
– Coby, age 10
6. Little Red
Author: Bethan Woollvin
Age Range: 4-7 years
Description: In this twist on the classic fairy tale, Little Red is no helpless victim. She’s brave, smart, and quick to take matters into her own hands when she meets the Big Bad Wolf. A fun reimagining that empowers young readers to embrace their strengths and think outside the box.
Review:
“I loved how Little Red was so clever and brave!”
— Ava, age 6
7. Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls
Author by Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo
Age Rating: 6–12
Description: This collection of 100 stories introduces children to extraordinary women in history, from scientists and artists to athletes and activists.
Review: “I loved reading about all the amazing women in this book. It has helped me understanding that I can do big things too, nothing can stop me!”
Maddie – Age 12
8. Fantastically Great Women Who… series
Author: Kate Pankhurst
Age Rating: 5–9
Description: This lively book introduces young readers to trailblazing women, from Rosa Parks to Amelia Earhart, and celebrates their incredible achievements.
Review: “I liked this series of these books. The pictures are so colourful and easy to read. I have learned so much about history and some of the cool things these women have done!”
— Alfie, age 9
9. Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World
Author: Rachel Ignotofsky
Age Rating: 8–12
Description: This illustrated book highlights the achievements of 50 remarkable women in STEM fields, from mathematicians to astronauts.
Review: “I liked this book, it was nice to read about women who did amazing things in science!”
— Sami, age 10
10. Herstory: 50 Women and Girls Who Shook Up the World
Author: by Katherine Halligan
Age Rating: 8–12
Description: This beautifully illustrated anthology introduces young readers to 50 women and girls who made a lasting impact in various fields, from sports to politics.
Review: “I loved how this book showed stories of so many different women. It made history so exciting!” — Summer, age 12