Books About Pioneering Women

The Best Pioneering Women Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about pioneering women? 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 4 Favorite Books About Pioneering Women

Virginia Apgar
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Virginia Apgar

A biography of Dr. Virginia Apgar, a pioneering female physician who developed the Apgar score, a method for evaluating the health of newborn babies.

80 pages· 3,939 words· Est. 33 min read
5.8/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 175 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Virginia Apgar faced a male-dominated medical field but refused to be deterred. When discouraged from surgery, she pivoted to anesthesiology, creating the Apgar test, a vital tool for newborn health worldwide. This inspiring tale of persistence reveals how one woman's determination can change the world. Will her story inspire the next generation to follow in her footsteps?
The Tree Lady
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2013

The Tree Lady

Transform a barren town into a lush oasis against all odds.

32 pages· 835 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.1/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,186 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Kate Sessions, a pioneering scientist, arrives in a treeless San Diego and envisions a verdant transformation. As the first woman to graduate in science from the University of California, she faces the challenge of turning a desert town into a green paradise. Can one woman's vision and determination change the landscape forever? Discover how Kate's passion for trees and resilience against adversity reshaped a city, leaving a legacy of gardens and parks that thrive over a century later. This inspiring tale of dreams and perseverance will captivate readers of all ages.
The Amelia Six
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

The Amelia Six

Amelia Earhart's goggles vanish. Can six girls solve the mystery before danger strikes again?

272 pages· 47,220 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 1,205 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Eleven-year-old Millie spends a night in Amelia Earhart's childhood home with five strangers. When Earhart's goggles disappear, suspicion and illness spread. Trapped by a blizzard, the girls must unite to uncover the thief before another falls victim. Can the Amelia Six solve the mystery in time?
I am Amelia Earhart
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2014

I am Amelia Earhart

A young girl defies expectations and pursues her dream of flying.

40 pages· 715 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.8/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,671 ratings
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Summary: Meet Amelia Earhart, a trailblazing pilot who defied expectations and soared into history. From her adventurous childhood to her groundbreaking solo flight across the Atlantic, Amelia's story is one of courage and determination. But as she attempts to circle the globe, a mysterious disappearance raises questions. What drove her to push boundaries, and what secrets lie in her final flight? This captivating biography invites young readers to explore the life of a true pioneer and inspires them to dream big, just like Amelia did. Uncover the traits that made her a hero and imagine the possibilities.