For kids, play and learning go hand in hand. From games to puzzles, there’s so much opportunity to fuse fun with facts. Of course, you can’t beat a good old fashioned book, but when it comes to Women’s History, why not offer something more to fuel the fires of inspiration?
Each year, on March 8th, we celebrate International Women’s Day and throughout the month, honor the contributions of women throughout history. But truthfully, this is year-round learning that can start from day one. One simple way? Fill their shelves with toys to celebrate Women’s History Month. All of our children, both boys and girls benefit from having toys and games that work to break biases and inspire change. From huggable dolls that depict real life heroes to DIY crafts that help them learn while doing, we’ve rounded up some seriously fun ways to celebrate the hard-working, trailblazing women who have left their mark on the world.
Related: 19 books about inspiring women to read with your kid for Women’s History Month
Here’s to the next generation of strong women. As they saying goes, “May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them.”
Kids Crafts
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$29.99
The LeadHER craft kits from Kids Crafts each tell the story of a legendary leader through an inspiring DIY project that’s perfect for kids ages 8 and up. Inside each kit they’ll find a short bio of the trailblazer of choice along with a related craft that gets their gears turning. From a punch needle “nah.” wall hanging that encourages them to be brave like Rosa Park to a water bottle decorating kit that inspires them to care like Greta Thunberg, each kit is certain to empower and inspire.
Taco Vs.Burrito
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$19.99
Perhaps the most brilliant flip on an outdated classic ever, Bold Made reimagines the tired Old Maid card game by paying tribute to incredible women throughout history. The hand-drawn illustrations feature 40 different women including well known figures like Malala, RBG and Harriet Tubman along with lesser highlighted heroines they may just be learning about. With several different ways to play it’s a screen free and educational game night the entire family can enjoy!
eeboo
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$22
Celebrate women throughout history with the engaging and colorful art from eeboo. This 100 piece puzzle is easy enough for young kiddos to attempt on their own, but a little help (and related conversation!) is always welcome.
Uncommon Goods
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$25
It’s no secret that change starts with raising your voice. Through gorgeous illustrations, sharp profiles and button-activated recordings and speeches of 14 legendary women, kids of all ages will be inspired to speak up and be heard. What’s more, it includes useful prompts to help identify ways to help in your own community.
Uncommon Goods
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$30
Turn your dining room table (or living room floor!) into a gallery of heroic women. With room to include some picks of their own, this cotton tablecloth features awesome illustrations of notable figures like Joan of Arc, Cleopatra and Sacagawea and can be washed and colored again and again. (Washable markers included!)
LEGO
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$44.99
Encourage her to reach for the stars with this thrilling set from LEGO. Featuring mini figures of NASA icons Nancy Grace Roman, Margaret Hamilton, Sally Ride and Mae Jemison along with impressively detailed models of the Hubble Space Telescope and the Challenger Space Shuttle, it’s the perfect addition to their LEGO collection.
Getty Museum
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$19.50
History has long since favored the male viewpoint when it comes to art. The conversation is dominated by masters like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Rembrandt along with more modern day artists like Warhol and Basquiat. But with equal talent and importance there’s a limitless supply of women who deserve the spotlight. This gorgeous memory game from the Getty Museum calls attention to 20 female artists throughout history with its matching tiles.
BoredInc
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$145
Punch up their walls with whimsical portraits of famous women throughout history. Choose from dozens of trailblazing characters of all walks to create a gallery of feminist inspo. Additionally, a portion of profits are donated to Planned Parenthood & Black Lives Matter Organizations in an effort to support the pursuit of justice, equality, and reproductive rights for all.
LIttle Feminist
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$7.92
A fun and colorful matching game that even the youngest feminists can get excited about. It features 11 sweetly illustrated women to help boost their brains as they match them up.
Rebel Girls
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$14.99
From the brilliant creators of Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls, this perfect-for-travel sticker mosaic book allows kiddos as young as five to create 12 posters of well-known heroes.
Piccolina
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$50
From adorable tees to super-frameworthy prints, Piccolina’s Trailblazer collection is a one-stop shop for all things Feminist Icon. But for the youngest set we’re low-key obsessed with the huggable Trailblazer dolls. Choose from Jane Goodall, Frida Kahlo, Mae Jemison and Ruth Bader Ginsburg, or better yet, bundle and save up to 30% if you just can’t pick a favorite.
Color Your Own
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$4.99
Let them get lost in the works of notable female artists like Frida Kahlo, Grandma Moses and Mary Cassatt as they recreate some of their most regarded works. From still lifes and portraits to abstract works, this book includes thirty well-known paintings they should know about and celebrate.
Laurence King Publishing
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$19.99
Through stunning illustration and familiar game play, kids learn the stories of 48 inspiring women from all over the world. Included alongside the 48 illustrated chips, game board, eight double-sided bingo cards, and counters is an illustrated booklet with short bios about heroines like Valentina Tereshkova, Serena Williams and Emmeline Pankhurst to spark their curiosity.
WoodContourCanada
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$36.10
Ideal for the youngest set, this durable memory game spotlights 12 amazing women who changed the world. The wooden cards come neatly packaged in a canvas bag for easy clean up or on-the-go fun.
