Women around the globe have made history through their activism and leadership. Through concise, but detailed biographies, readers of this inspiring volume can learn about some of these world-changing women. Colorful illustrations and captivating text introduce motivational figures readers may not be familiar with, and provide deeper insight on many they likely already know about, such as former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. Featuring high-interest, historical content, this book is the perfect supplemental resource for any elementary social studies curriculum.

Awesome women -- Activists and leaders -- Making history -- Benazir Bhotto -- Harriet Tubman -- Helen Keller -- Hillary Rodham Clinton -- Eufrosina Cruz Mendoza -- Fadumo Dayib -- Diane von Fürstenberg -- Shirley Chisholm -- Malala Yousafzai -- Indira Gandhi -- Sheryl Sandberg -- Shirin Ebadi -- Rosa Parks -- Wangari Maathai -- Graça Foster -- Berta Cáceres -- Yaa Asantewaa -- Emmeline Pankhurst -- Rigoberta Menchú -- Eva Perón -- Indra Nooyi -- Leymah Gbowee -- Angela Merkel -- Quiz -- Research Project -- Glossary -- Further information -- Index.