From the world of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls comes a story based on the life of Madam C.J. Walker, Americas first female self-made millionaire.

Sarah is the first person in her family who wasnt born into slavery in Delta, Louisiana. But being free doesnt mean that Sarah doesnt have to work. She cooks, she cleans, she picks cotton, she does laundry, and she babysits. And when she works, she wraps up her hair.

One day, Sarahs hair starts to fall out! Its itchy, crunchy, patchy, and wont grow. Instead of giving up, Sarah searches for the right products. And then she invents something better than any shampoo or hair oil shes used before. Her hair grows and grows! Thats when she decides to rebrand herself as Madam C. J. Walker, and begins her business empire.

Madam C. J. Walker Builds a Business is the story of a leader in the hair care industry, but its also an inspiring tale about the importance of empowering women to become economically independent.

This historical fiction chapter book includes additional text on Madam C. J. Walkers lasting legacy, as well as educational activities designed to encourage entrepreneurship.

About the Rebel Girls Chapter Book Series

Meet extraordinary real-life heroines in the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls chapter book series! Introducing stories based on the lives of extraordinary women in global history, each stunningly.