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GOOD NIGHT STORIES FOR REBEL GIRLS 2

Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo

One hundred more bedtime stories inspired by extraordinary women. (Ages 5 to 8)

Ages 7+Source checked

Why this age? Accessible short biographies suit younger independent readers, though some entries involve discrimination, danger, illness, war, loss, or difficult historical circumstances. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age7+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character2/5
  • Frightening scenes1/5
  • LGBTQIA characters1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Diverse representation5/5
  • Educational value5/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Brief mentions of death occur in biographical accounts as part of historical context.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

Includes stories of LGBTQIA women, noting their identities as part of their lives.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Religion is occasionally referenced as part of the historical context of a subject's life.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Not a focus; biographies focus on personal and professional achievements.

Frightening scenes1/5
Why this rating?

Not inherently scary, though some stories depict difficult circumstances.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Some entries mention historical conflicts or struggles against systemic violence.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5
Why this rating?

The core of the book is about women acting with great courage in various fields.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Stories celebrate artistic expression, invention, discovery, unconventional thinking, and creative approaches to challenges.

Diverse representation5/5
Why this rating?

Exceptionally diverse in terms of race, nationality, career paths, and background.

Educational value5/5
Why this rating?

Provides significant biographical and historical information about diverse figures.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Many stories show empathy, helping others, service, and solidarity, but kindness is usually a supporting theme rather than the main focus.

Positive messages5/5
Why this rating?

Strong themes of perseverance, equality, bravery, and self-belief.

Good role models5/5
Why this rating?

Features 100 diverse, accomplished, and inspirational female role models.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in GOOD NIGHT STORIES FOR REBEL GIRLS 2 would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in GOOD NIGHT STORIES FOR REBEL GIRLS 2, and what caused that change?
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