Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2018
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- creativity
- perseverance
- innovation
- women’s history
- diversity and inclusion
- role models
- STEM and the arts
- empowerment
About this book
This beautifully illustrated collection spotlights 35 visionary women from around the world—artists, scientists, inventors, writers, and more—who used their creativity to change how we see and understand the world. Short, engaging profiles paired with striking portraits make the stories accessible for independent readers and perfect for sharing aloud. It’s an inspiring introduction to diverse role models that encourages curiosity, perseverance, and big dreams. Ideal for upper elementary and middle grade readers who love true stories about real people making a difference.
Setting: Global profiles across various countries and time periods (19th–21st centuries)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World right for my child?
Yes — Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.5, which is typical for 6th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include creativity, perseverance, innovation.
How long does it take to read Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World takes around 1.1h to finish. The book has 12,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World have an AR quiz?
Yes — Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World has an AR quiz available, worth 3 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World?
Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World has an AR reading level of 6.5, which places it at a 6th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.