Malala Yousafzai (She Dared)

About this book

A new middle-grade biography series featuring some of the world’s most courageous young women!

Malala Yousafzai always knew she wanted to become a doctor someday. But a new extremist group in her home country of Pakistan wanted to stop girls from going to school.

Malala knew what was important, and so she spoke out. Even after she was attacked in the street for her views, she persisted.

Learn about Malala's incredible recovery and her journey to becoming a world-famous advocate of girls' rights and education — and the youngest ever Nobel Prize winner. Meet Malala. Get inspired.

Reviews

Praise for She Dared: Malala Yousafzai

"Accessible for independent readers, including younger students looking for more challenging material. Walsh tackles difficult subject matter, such as extremism and violence, in an age-appropriate manner." -- School Library Journal


Praise for She Dared: Bethany Hamilton

"An inspiration to readers... Recommended." -- School Library Connection

"Many of the passages are powerful, depicting the drama of Hamilton's experiences and demonstrating the impact of her Christian faith, her mental toughness, and her family's support." -- School Library Journal

"While engaging text puts readers in the life-or-death moment, the book focuses more on Bethany's recovery... [an] inspirational journey." -- Booklist