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    Books About Women: Celebrating Women’s History Month

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze3 Mins Read Ages 4-8 Ages 9-12 Book Lists Books with Girl Characters Cultural Wisdom Teens: Young Adults
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    By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
    Published: March 8, 2011

    Our shared history unites families, communities, and nations. Although women’s history is intertwined with the history shared with men, several factors – social, religious, economic, and biological – have worked to create a unique sphere of women’s history. ~ The National Women’s History Project

    Kids Books About Women: Just Being AdreyJust Being Audrey

    by Margaret Cardillo (Author), Julia Denos (Illustrator)

    Reading level: Ages 4-8

    Hardcover: 32 pages

    Publisher: Balzer + Bray (January 25, 2011)

    Source: Publisher

    From her life as a child in Nazi occupied Europe to her rise to fame as an actress to her empowering work with UNICEF, Hepburn’s kindness and compassion has been highlighted clearly and carefully and will most definitely inspire young girls. The beautifully painted artwork truly captures the eloquence and signature style that exuded from Hepburn her entire life. Just Being Audrey certainly has a special je ne sais quoi.

    Add this book to your collection: Just Being Audrey

    Kids Books About WomenMy Name Is Not Isabella: Just How Big Can a Girl Dream

    by Jennifer Fosberry (Author), Mike Litwin (Illustrator)

    Reading level: Ages 4-8

    Hardcover: 32 pages

    Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky; Reprint edition (September 1, 2010)

    Source: Publisher

    This picture book is a brilliant way to introduce young girls to some very wonderful women. It’s empowering and inspiring and a whole lot of fun. These are some of Isabella’s role models: U.S. Astronaut Sally Ride, activist Rosa Parks, and sharpshooter Annie Oakley.

    Add this book to your collection: My Name Is Not Isabella: Just How Big Can a Girl Dream

    Women${2}s History Books for Kids: Amelia EarhartAmelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart

    by Candace Fleming

    Reading level: Ages 8-12

    Hardcover: 128 pages

    Publisher: Schwartz & Wade (February 8, 2011)

    Source: Publisher

    Candace Fleming is a non-fiction writing master. There are many books about Amelia Earhart that have been written for children, however, it is Fleming’s ability to string readers along with the mystery of Earhart’s disappearance that makes this rendition a standout. Photographs, maps, and newspaper clippings are found on almost every page, which only enhance the reading experience.

    Add this book to your collection: Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart

    Kids Books About Women: LegendsLegends: Women Who Have Changed the World

    by John Miller (Author), Anjelica Huston (Introduction)

    Reading level: Young Adult

    Paperback: 128 pages

    Publisher: New World Library (September 9, 2001)

    Source: Library

    This is a book from the adult world that crosses over nicely to the world of teens. It’s a collection of essays on remarkable women that have paved the way for the women of today. Each of the ladies have been dedicated a double page spread: one page for the text and the other for a beautiful black-on-white photograph. From Hellen Keller to Princess Diana to Oprah Winfrey, from fashion diva to chef to Nobel Peace Prize winner, with such a diverse group of women filling the pages of this book there is sure to be a personality to aspire to, and perhaps even inspire some continual research.

    Add this book to your collection: Legends: Women Who Have Changed the World

    Looking for more? Check out these five kids books that celebrate women, too.

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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

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