When They Were Girls

"When They Were Girls" by Rebecca Deming Moore, presents short biographies of well-known American women, spotlighting their childhoods and how those early years influenced what they later accomplished. It covers women from different backgrounds like Jane Addams and Louisa M. Alcott, pointing out the strength and resolve that drove them. The book starts by explaining how it aims to motivate readers by showing the early lives of these amazing women, talking about the difficulties they overcame, the hopes they had as young girls, and the effort it took for them to reach their goals. The stories then dive into each woman's life, starting with Jane Addams, and describes her early interest in social injustice, hinting at her work as a reformer and leader. Each story shows how the different girls' childhoods prepared them for their important roles, celebrating how they never gave up and their dedication to improving the world.