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Description
This book provides an introduction to the life of Madam C.J. Walker, an African American businesswoman who started her own business making and selling hair care products.
Quick Summary
If your kid is into stories about people who started with nothing and built something amazing, this is a great pick. It follows Madam C.J. Walker from her childhood as a daughter of formerly enslaved people to becoming one of the first female self-made millionaires in America. What I love about this book is that it shows how she came up with her business idea while dealing with hair loss and frustration with the products available at the time kids can really relate to that "I wish there was something better" feeling, and then watch her actually create it. It's perfect for kids who are curious about entrepreneurship, history, or anyone who's ever wanted to start their own business someday. The book doesn't shy away from mentioning the challenges she faced because of racism and sexism, but it keeps things age-appropriate and focuses on her determination and success. Younger readers who enjoy biographies about people who made a difference will probably finish this one feeling inspired to chase their own big ideas. If your child likes learning about smart, determined people who didn't give up, this pairs nicely with other elementary-level biographies of pioneering African Americans.