For much of history, women have lived and worked in the background. Famous figures like Florence Nightingale, Marie Curie, Amelia Earhart, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Rosa Parks dot the historical landscape. Still, legions of women have worked behind the scenes to make important scientific discoveries, notable works of art, and social changes that have made the world a better place.
Every March, we celebrate Women’s History Month to shine a light on some of their achievements. It’s a great opportunity to inspire new generations of girls to think expansively about what they can do in the world.
Of course, women’s contributions are too many and too various to cover in a single post! Nonetheless, this curated list can help you get started on exploring the world of women’s achievements. Dig deeper! We have full biographies on many of the women featured in these books.
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Inspiring Young Changemakers, by Bindi Irwin
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Extraordinary Women, by Elena Favilli
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed the World, by Elena Favilli
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic, ed. Lily Workneh
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History, by Vashti Harrison
Remember the Ladies: 100 Great American Women, by Cheryl Harness
She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World, by Chelsea Clinton