Books About Women's Achievements

The Best Women's Achievements Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about women's achievements? 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.

Up, Up, Ever Up!
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Our 1 Favorite Books About Women's Achievements

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

Up, Up, Ever Up!

By Anita Yasuda, Yuko Shimizu (Illustrator)

A woman defies odds to conquer Everest and protect nature.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2025)Caldecott Honor (2025)
48 pages· 951 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 527 ratings
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Summary: Junko Tabei dreams of climbing mountains, but societal barriers and ill-fitting gear stand in her way. Undeterred, she leads an all-women team to Everest's peak, battling avalanches and icy crevasses. Her triumph inspires a new mission: safeguarding the wild landscapes she cherishes. Will her legacy empower others to pursue their dreams?
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