She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World

Description

She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World is a hardcover children’s book that tells the story of 13 inspirational American women who don’t take no for an answer, they persisted. This artfully illustrated children’s book tells 13 short stories through detailed, artful illustrations and story-like text that emphasizes to never give up on your dreams and persist. The book is 32 pages long and the following dimensions: 9.4 x 0.4 x 11.3 inches.

The book features the following women: This book features: Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Clara Lemlich, Nellie Bly, Virginia Apgar, Maria Tallchief, Claudette Colvin, Ruby Bridges, Margaret Chase Smith, Sally Ride, Florence Griffith Joyner, Oprah Winfrey, Sonia Sotomayor—and one special cameo.

Author: Chelsea Clinton, Illustrator: Alexandra Boiger
For children ages 4-8 years old.

Why we like it at Happy Little Tadpole:
She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World is a wonderful book for little girls. The underlying theme throughout the book is is that she persisted – sending the message to never give up on your dreams, no matter how big through 13 short stories featuring women who persisted. 

Note: This feminist book is best suited for girls ages 6-8, as the words used are for a higher reading level. If you are looking for a simpler book for little girls ages 4-5, you may wish to take a look at a similar, simpler book: This Little Trailblazer: A Girl Power Primer.