Throughout history, many achievements made by women have been overlooked. Advances in science, technology, engineering, arts, math, and social issues are among many of their accomplishments. March is National Women in History Month. It’s a time to celebrate women who have excelled no matter what the odds. They are role models for our younger generation of women, and it’s our responsibility to continue to support and encourage the talents of young girls.
Below are some picture book biographies that demonstrate the amazing contributions of women. Take a look and share these with readers young and old.
The Girl With A Mind For Math: The Story of Raye Montague
Secret Engineer: How Emily Roebling Built the Brooklyn Bridge
Hedy Lamarr’s Double Life: Hollywood Legend and Brilliant Inventor
Dorothea Lange: The Photographer Who Found the Faces of the Depression
Eliza: The Story of Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton
Sonia Sotomayor: Turning Pages My Life Story
Maya Lin: Artist-Architect of Light and Lines Designer of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Born to Swing: Lil Harden Armstrong’s Life in Jazz
Making Their Voices Heard: The Inspiring Friendship of Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe
Her Fearless Run: Kathrine Switzer’s Historic Boston Marathon
Anybody’s Game: Kathryn Johnston, the First Girl to Play Little League Baseball
