Books like She Persisted: Sally Ride
Award winning
She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Justice Sonia Sotomayor's real-life story.
Encourages perseverance and determination in young readers.
Highlights the importance of education and ambition.
Empowering narrative fosters confidence and resilience.

She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor
Meg Medina, Chelsea Clinton, 2021
Award winning
Don't Let Them Disappear: 12 Endangered Species Across the Globe
Chelsea Clinton, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Raises awareness about endangered species worldwide.
Encourages environmental responsibility in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging text.
Supports development of empathy and conservation values.

Don't Let Them Disappear: 12 Endangered Species Across the Globe
Chelsea Clinton, 2019
Award winning
Welcome to the Big Kids Club: What Every Older Sibling Needs to Know!
Chelsea Clinton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Guides siblings on embracing new family dynamics.
Offers strategies to manage jealousy and share attention.
Encourages empathy and responsibility in older siblings.
Warm illustrations, engaging narrative.

Welcome to the Big Kids Club: What Every Older Sibling Needs to Know!
Chelsea Clinton, 2022
Award winning
Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of overcoming barriers.
Enhances interest in math and science.
Promotes resilience and perseverance.
Ideal for shared reading family time.

Counting the Stars: The Story of Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2019
Award winning
A Computer Called Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Helped Put America on the Moon
Suzanne Slade, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with real-life mathematician Katherine Johnson's story.
Highlights perseverance, intelligence, and problem-solving skills.
Encourages interest in STEM among young readers.
Empowers children through historical achievements and resilience.

A Computer Called Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Helped Put America on the Moon
Suzanne Slade, 2019
History VIPs: Charles Darwin
Kay Barnham, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with Charles Darwin's fascinating discoveries.
Illustrates evolution concepts in kid-friendly language.
Encourages curiosity about natural history and science.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.

History VIPs: Charles Darwin
Kay Barnham, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2021
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about astronomy and history.
Celebrates perseverance and problem-solving skills.
Based on real-life astronomer, Maria Mitchell.
Encourages exploration and discovery in young readers.

