Women Who Changed the World - by Rachelle Burk (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Discover 14 powerful women with brief biographies for kids ages 3 to 5

Women have always accomplished big things, but history books don't always teach you about them. This feminist book for little girls and boys is filled with the stories of strong women who used their unique gifts to make the world a better place.

• Women from all walks of life--Explore the amazing lives and accomplishments of diverse women like Susan B. Anthony, Jane Goodall, Frida Kahlo, and Malala Yousafzai.
• Colorful illustrations--Bring each story to life with big, vivid pictures on every page.
• Kid-friendly language--Learn about these important women with language that's easy to understand for new readers.

Get inspired by the stories of extraordinary women from the past and present with this top choice in women's history books for kids!

Review Quotes

" Women Who Changed the World is a book for both girls and boys. Children's author Rachelle Burk details the lives of 14 women, diverse by age, heritage, cause, or career, who from 1820 to today have contributed to making the world a better place for humankind. In language just right for young children, the author tells their stories to illustrate how they changed the world or their community and serve as role models for all." -- Donna Lee Goldberg, English professor, writer

"It's never too early to plant a seed within a child, and Women Who Changed the World has the potential to grow a rain forest of possibilities. This book will give the reader images of women, diverse in every way you can define that word, taking on challenges from the arts to physical sciences at a level youngsters will find relatable." --Eva J. Pell, former undersecretary for science at Smithsonian Institution, Sr. VP for research & dean of the graduate school, and children's author

"This book is an excellent choice for school libraries, classrooms, public libraries, or home bookshelves. The women in this book come from unique backgrounds and diverse cultures. What a wonderful resource to celebrate Women's History Month!" --Ann Tavino, M.Ed., counseling and development K-12

"This is a book that is suitable for elementary and middle school grades, from regular education to those with reading disabilities. This book includes women from around the world and all walks of life, while explaining how each one has made an impact on citizens of all nations! It's an easy read and very informative." --Nancy E. Ernst, certified elementary and special education teacher

About the Author

RACHELLE BURK is the author of fiction and nonfiction books for children, including The Story of Simone Biles and Stomp, Wiggle, Clap, and Tap: My First Book of Dance. Visit her at rachelleburk.com.