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Girls Can Do Anything


Synopsis


 

A brilliantly fun and empowering picture book about all the incredible things girls can do!

Girls can be scruffy or muddy or smelly.

Girls can be fancy, like people on telly.

All girls are different...but one thing is true...

there's NO other girl on the planet like you!

 

Girls are fantastic! They're strong, brave and proud.

They can climb up a mountain, fly a rocket into space, or even explore a hot jungle. Girls can do ANYTHING they put their minds to, just like you!

So dive into the colourful pages of this picture book to explore all the wonderful and amazing things girls can do and remember to dream BIG!

  • Bright and bold illustrations to delight you on every page
  • A perfect gift to empower girls to dream BIG and do anything they want!
  • With lyrical and rhythmic prose from Caryl Hart, this will delight parents, teachers and carers reading it again and again
  • Educational and colourful endpapers at the back showing you lots of famous women, as well as activity sheets and lesson plans to go alongside the book to bring it alive in a classroom

Caryl Hart (author), Ali Pye (artist)

Summary

Chapter 1: Embrace Your Strength

* Emphasizes the importance of recognizing and believing in girls' abilities.
* Example: Imagine a soccer team where girls are encouraged to try new positions and take risks. By empowering them, the team fosters their confidence and helps them develop their potential.

Chapter 2: Challenge Stereotypes

* Encourages girls to question societal expectations and embrace their unique interests and talents.
* Example: A girl who loves math and science defies the stereotype of girls being "not good at" these subjects. She pursues her passion and becomes a successful engineer.

Chapter 3: Build Resilience

* Teaches girls to overcome challenges and setbacks with a positive mindset.
* Example: When a girl fails a test, she doesn't give up. Instead, she seeks help, learns from her mistakes, and perseveres, ultimately achieving her goals.

Chapter 4: Be a Role Model

* Inspires girls to look up to, learn from, and support their female role models.
* Example: A group of young girls mentors a woman who has overcome significant obstacles. They gain valuable lessons from her experiences and become empowered to pursue their own dreams.

Chapter 5: Value Education

* Highlights the importance of education as a pathway to success and empowerment for girls.
* Example: A girl from an underprivileged background receives a scholarship to attend a prestigious university. With access to quality education, she transforms her life and becomes an inspiring leader.

Chapter 6: Foster a Supportive Environment

* Encourages parents, teachers, and communities to create environments where girls can thrive.
* Example: A school implements a program that provides girls with access to mentors, workshops, and extracurricular activities designed to support their growth and development.

Chapter 7: Empower Girls through Technology

* Promotes technology as a tool for girls to learn, connect, and create change.
* Example: A group of girls design an app that connects women in male-dominated fields, fostering networking and support.

Chapter 8: Speak Up and Stand Strong

* Teaches girls to use their voices to advocate for themselves and others.
* Example: A young girl confronts bullying in her school, promoting a culture of respect and inclusivity.

Chapter 9: Inspire the Next Generation

* Encourages girls to pay forward the lessons they have learned and make a positive impact on the lives of other girls.
* Example: A woman who has benefited from a scholarship program establishes a mentoring initiative to support young girls in pursuing their dreams.