I absolutely LOVE Vera’s blog (aka Tutu Teacher) for all things reading but this is a great post on some amazing books with strong women as characters: https://thetututeacher.com/2016/11/diversity-matters-books-about-strong.html

Since I live in Florida, I have the students create a poster/ timeline of an influential woman from Florida. I want the students to research individuals that are not the same ones that they learn about every year. I feel that it is important that if we celebrate Womens History Month we must do our due diligence to highlight the many contributions of women that are not normally highlighted.

@ Ashley, that looks like a great resource! @Brian, love the tie in and local connection to Florida.

We explore influential women through daily read alouds and research. Here are some of our favorites in first grade.
1. Shark Lady
2. Mae Among the Stars
3. Planting Stories
4. Malala’s Magic Pencil
5. She Persisted

I ask women (moms, grandmothers, aunts, sisters, community members) to come in and talk about their professions!