Category: Women’s History Month

• The Fire of Stars by Kirsten W. Larson: A Sparkling Biography of a Scientific Trailblazer

  The Fire of Stars: by Kirsten W. Larson is a must-read for anyone who loves science and is passionate about exploring the universe. It’s a fascinating and beautifully illustrated biography of Cecilia Payne, the first person to discover what burns at the heart of stars. This was one of my 23 Most Anticipated Picture Books […]

  Devyn

  February 3, 2023

  Biography, Challenging Gender Stereotypes, Feminism, International Women’s Day, Non-Fiction, Reviews, Science, Women’s History Month

  #kidlit, Astronomy, astrophysics, Cecilia Payne, female scientist, inclusive kids's books, Katherine Roy, Kirsten W. Larson, picture book biography, science biography, science education, scientific discovery, space, The Fire of Stars

• Review: Milloo’s Mind: The Story of Maryam Faruqi, Trailblazer for Women’s Education

  If you’re looking for an inspiring picture book for Women’s History Month, I have the perfect pick for you today! Milloo’s Mind: The Story of Maryam Faruqi, Trailblazer for Women’s Education by Reem Faruqi and Hoda Hadadi tells the story of the author’s courageous grandmother, Maryam Faruqi, founder of Happy Home Schools in Karachi, Pakistan. […]

  Devyn

  January 18, 2023

  Biography, Muslim Representation, Non-Fiction, Women’s History Month, Women’s Rights

  children's books, education, educator, Hoda Hadadi, inclusive children's books, inclusive kids books, kids books, Maryam Faruqi, Milloo's Mind, Nonfiction, picture book biography, Reem Faruqi

• Review: Choosing Brave : How Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till Sparked the Civil Rights Movement

  Choosing Brave: How Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till Sparked the Civil Rights Movement by Angela Joy and Janelle Washington is a stunning picture book biography that captures a difficult lesson in American history for young readers in a remarkably age-appropriate way. Choosing Brave follows the life of Mamie Till-Mobley, who was the mother of Emmett […]

  Devyn

  September 2, 2022

  Activism, Biography, Black History Month, Black Representation, Civil Rights, Non-Fiction, Racial and Cultural Diversity, Reviews, Women’s History Month

  Activism, Angela Joy, Black History, children's books, Choosing Brave, Civil Right Movement, Emmett Till, inclusive kids books, Janelle Washington, kids books, Mamie Till-Mobley, nonfiction for kids, picture books, social justice

• Review: Ablaze With Color: A Story of Painter Alma Thomas

  Today I want to share another picture book biography with you all, because you know they’re my favorites. Following the life of Alma Thomas, the first Black woman to have her work added to the White House Collection, Ablaze With Color: A Story of Painter Alma Thomas by Jeanne Walker Harvey and Loveis Wise is […]

  Devyn

  February 23, 2022

  Biography, Black History Month, Black Representation, Non-Fiction, Racial and Cultural Diversity, Uncategorized, Women’s History Month

  Ablaze With Color, Alma Thomas, Black Artists, children's books, Chioldren's Nonfiction, inclusive children's books, inclusive kids books, Jeanne Walker Harvey, kids books, Loveis Wise, Nonfiction, picture book biography

• 14 Picture Books To Celebrate The Women In Our Lives on International Women’s Day

  Happy International Women’s Day, everyone! Officially adopted in 1977 by the United Nations General Assembly, International Women’s Day is all about highlighting the issues faced by women, and celebrating the achievements women have made towards equality. Because I posted so many picture book biographies last week for my Women’s History Month list, I don’t want […]

  Devyn

  March 8, 2021

  Holidays, International Women’s Day, Recommendations, Women’s History Month

  aunts, children's books, grandmothers, inclusive children's books, inclusive kids books, International Women’s Day, kids books, mothers, sisters

• 31 Picture Books To Celebrate Women’s History Month

  Today marks the beginning of Women’s History Month, and I would like to celebrate with a list of picture book biographies highlighting some amazing women who made their mark on history. Despite the fact that doors were not always open for them, women have contributed in countless ways throughout history. Far too often their accomplishments […]

  Devyn

  March 1, 2021

  Feminism, Holidays, Recommendations, Women’s History Month

  Feminism, historical picture books, inclusive kids books, kids books, nonfiction for kids, picture book biographies, women's history, Women’s History Month