Books About Inspiring Stories

The Best Inspiring Stories Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about inspiring stories? 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.

She Persisted
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Our 2 Favorite Books About Inspiring Stories

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

She Persisted

By Chelsea Clinton, Alexandra Boiger (Illustrator) · She Persisted series

This book tells the stories of 13 American women who persisted in the face of adversity.

32 pages· 1,130 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,943 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Meet thirteen trailblazing women who defied expectations and shaped history with their unwavering resolve. From Harriet Tubman's courageous journeys to Sally Ride's space adventures, each story inspires young readers to speak up and chase their dreams. Chelsea Clinton's "She Persisted" celebrates the indomitable spirit of women who refused to be silenced, encouraging everyone to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars. With vibrant illustrations, this book is a testament to the power of persistence and the impact of fearless voices. Will you be inspired to persist in the face of challenges?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Shaking Things Up

By Susan Hood, Sophie Blackall (Illustrator), Emily Winfield Martin (Illustrator), Shadra Strickland (Illustrator), Melissa Sweet (Illustrator), LeUyen Pham (Illustrator), Oge Mora (Illustrator), Julie Morstad (Illustrator), Lisa Brown (Illustrator), Selina Alko (Illustrator), Hadley Hooper (Illustrator), Isabel Roxas (Illustrator), Erin Robinson (Illustrator), Sara Palacios (Illustrator)

Discover young women who defied norms and changed history through poetry and art.

40 pages· 2,746 words· Est. 22 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 896 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Meet fourteen young women who defied expectations and made history. From a fossil hunter at thirteen to a civil rights pioneer at six, their stories unfold in vibrant poetry and art. Discover how these trailblazers, like Mary Anning and Ruby Bridges, faced challenges and inspired change. Each tale, paired with artwork by renowned female artists, invites readers to explore the courage and creativity that shaped their legacies. What drove these young women to stand up and shake things up? Dive into their stories and find out.
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