15 Empowering Books for Girls Honoring Women’s Equality Day

In 1971, U.S. House Representative Bella Abzug presented a bill designating August 26 as Women’s Equality Day. The day was chosen to commemorate the certification of the 19th Amendment on August 26, 1920, to the United States Constitution and women winning the right to vote. It is important to note that many women of color …

inspiring clothing for kids

It’s always a thrill when two companies you LOVE decide to team up. Mightly is a clothing brand that celebrates individuality and self-expression. Their commitment to producing high-quality garments that make a bold statement aligns perfectly with Rebel Girls‘ mission of empowering girls through storytelling and positive role models. Together they have created a line …

Mightly: Comfy, Play-Friendly Kids Clothing

One of my daughters passionately made her feelings known about clothing bling as a toddler. Think your sequins, buttons, taffeta, embroidery, and more. She HATES all of it. And she still does, which means I’m always delighted to discover a new brand that meets her standards. Mightly makes comfy, play-friendly styles for kids of all …

Creative Kids Magazine Top Picks & Recommendations

I love every opportunity for the kids’ eyes to not be on a screen. That’s why I’m a fan of these creative kids magazines, as are my girls.   Kazoo Magazine Kazoo has been showing up in our mailbox since its launch in 2016. Since then, they’ve won three Parents’ Choice Gold Awards and a …

eeBoo’s Recommended Educational Gift Ideas For Young Girls

Here are five of my favorite educational gift ideas for young girls from eeBoo that even my own girls also enjoyed and recommend. As an Amazon affiliate, Girls That Create earns from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Affiliate links are in this post. This disclosure means if you click on the link and …

Ten Books About Self-Love

Valentine’s Day can be so much more than a dozen roses and a box of chocolates. Skip the drugstore conversation hearts and pick up a book to freshen up shelves with stories about self-love and compassion. Whether it be a cheesy teenage romance novel or a motivational text preaching self-acceptance, mothers and teenage daughters alike …

Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic

It’s no secret we’re big fans of the Rebel Girls brand and its mission to helping raise an inspired and confident global generation of girls. Check out their latest book Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic. Edited by award-winning journalist Lilly Workneh of Rebel Girls and #BlackGirlMagic originator …

Ten Halloween Picture Books by Women Authors

There’s something magical about pulling out spooktacular tales to enjoy throughout October. And these ten Halloween picture books by women authors offer loads of spooky snuggles and fun. It’s quite a feat to offer up a storytelling experience that is both visually and textually excellent. From witches to noises, to zombies, to pumpkins, to monsters, …

Seven Ways to Update Your Pre-Teen’s Bedroom

Did you wake up one day and realize your child is now a pre-teen? That their interests are also changing as fast as they are? Whether you like it or not, your little ones are growing up. They are developing their own styles and opinions. What they like and dislike. And they want their bedrooms …

black female authors

It cannot be stated enough. Consuming various books encourages empathy with others, challenges beliefs, and offers new ways of thinking. Readers learn and celebrate diverse cultures and identities. This includes reading literature by Black female writers. To see through the lens of Black protagonists, dive into these 10 notable and renowned books. This post contains …