Books About Girls Breaking Barriers

The Best Girls Breaking Barriers Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about girls breaking barriers? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Girls Breaking Barriers

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

There Goes Patti McGee!

By Tootie Nienow, Erika Medina (Illustrator)

Discover the groundbreaking journey of the first female skateboard champion.

48 pages· 804 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

4.4/5 Goodreads · 192 ratings

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Summary: Meet Patti McGee, the trailblazing skateboarder who defied expectations to win the 1964 National Skateboard Championship. With her daring rolling handstand, Patti inspired a generation, proving that anyone can skate. Will her fearless spirit change the world of sports forever?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

Players in Pigtails

By Shana Corey, Rebecca Gibbon (Illustrator)

A girl joins a league of female baseball players during WWII.

40 pages· 945 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 584 ratings

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Summary: In the 1940s, Katie Casey dreams of playing baseball while the men are at war. She helps form the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, finding camaraderie and breaking barriers. Will her passion for the game change the world of sports forever? Discover the untold story of determination and sisterhood on the field.

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