Did Pi Day whet your appetite for math? We love these titles that show girls making waves in math!
Explore a few of the many girl-power themed books on the Mathical List — for all ages, from kids to teens below.
THE GIRL WITH A MIND FOR MATH: THE STORY OF RAYE MONTAGUE by Julia Finley Mosca
Told in rhyming couplets, this energetic book tells the tale of young Raye, who grew up to design submarines! (Ages 5-7)
COUNT ON ME by Miguel Tanco
See the world through the math eyes of the little girl who shares the passions of each of her family members! Hear the author read aloud here. (Ages 5-7)
MARYAM’S MAGIC: THE STORY OF MATHEMATICIAN MARYAM MIRZAKHANI by Megan Reid
Enjoy learning about the first female winner of the Fields Medal in mathematics, ground-breaking mathematical scientist from Iran. (Ages 8-10)
GRASPING MYSTERIES: GIRLS WHO LOVED MATH by Jeannine Atkins
Immerse yourself in the stories of seven remarkable women, whose tales are told in first-person verse! (Ages 14-18)
Do you have a favorite math-inspiring book about women mathematicians or girls who love math? If it’s not on the Mathical Book List already, consider suggesting it to us as a future Mathical Honor Book!