What an incredibly inspiring book that pays tribute to fourteen trailblazing women, who each made a unique contribution to the history of science and technology!

Before this brilliant book by Aitziber Lopez I had no idea that some of the twentieth century's revolutionary and key inventions were pioneered by women. Think car heaters, lifeboats, wifi, disposable diapers and more, were all originated and inspired by some very creative and intelligent women.

An informative, inspiring and important book perfectly fitting in this 'Rebel Girls' ear. I just hope more comes from this author/illustrator duo focusing on other women and inventions from around the world, as this book solely focuses on women from America.

This book is very important because it brings to light many female inventors who are not mentioned in school. I had not heard of most of the women mentioned because in school, it is more common for curriculum to focus on male inventors. This book is important and should be read by all.

A surprisingly short book, but one that successfully shows the riches of females joining in with STEM research and creating modern inventions, from car windscreen wipers (albeit not automatic ones) to Kevlar, and from heated car seats to a more modern life raft. Clearly the publishers intend to tidy up all the unfinished sentences and date errors from the e-arc, but words like opaque and viscous could do with a tiny glossary for the target audience too. Others have commented how US-centric it is, well - that's history, folks! This should be suitable for many a school library. Great illustrations, too.

*Thank you to Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group - Wide Eyed Editions for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*

Brilliant Ideas for Wonderful Women by Aitziber Lopez's nonfiction picture book is brilliant and beautiful. It showcased some everyday as well as technical inventions created by women. Easy to read and informative text complimented by lovely illustrations catch a reader up on lesser know books. This would be an outstanding addition to your library.

Did you know that the material used to make firefighter helmets and bulletproof vests was invented by a woman?

This is a brilliant tribute to fifteen amazingly creative women whose inventions made our world a better and safer place to live in. Car heaters and windshield wipers, Wi-fi, Bluetooth and GPS, sea flares and life rafts, diagnostic tests and syringes -all of them were invented by women. Millions and millions of mothers can spend happy hours playing, interacting, raising their children instead of spending half of their life on mindless housework drudgery thanks to dishwashers, nappies and washing machines. I loved the way this book lets us discover the story behind the inventions and how hard these women had to fight to get their ideas accepted.
This book is a must for any school library. Children should grow up knowing these names: Margaret Wilcox, Marion Donovan, Stephanie Kwolek, Hedy Lamarr to name just a few.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group Wide Eyed Editions for the ARC provided in exchange for an honest opinion.

*thank you to Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group - Wide Eyed Editions for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*

4 stars.

An interesting collection of short stories about famous and well known equipment, games, appliances and all other kinds of everyday bits and pieces. It was fun to read that it was females who invented these things and how they came about doing so. It is told in a way that's ment for children but its easily a hit for adults aswell. I liked the illustrations and the cover page. I would have preferred a more diverse range of females who have invented amazing things but this collection is still great with the focus being on American ladies. Maybe that is just an opening for a part 2 of this? I know I'd enjoy another similar book. Definitely worth checking out, for all ages.

I love books like this that highlight important moments in history created by women in all different time periods. Even before there was a women's rights movement, there have always been bold women paving the way. The women highlighted in Brilliant Ideas by Wonderful Women have all contributed by coming up with innovative ideas. These women's invention have made our lives easier to live, and a few have even made our lives safer. I love that this book introduces children to the women behind the thoughts that became ideas that have changed lives. I recommend this book to all kids, and adults as well. This is a great book to read together with your kids. You will definitely learn a new thing or two about some of history's greatest inventions and the women behind them.

What a great book. It was very informative about women who invented everyday things. You always hear about men inventors but rarely women. It was easy to read with fascinating facts. The illustrations supported the book well. My daughter loved it. Thank you netgalley for another great find.

I loved this book! I enjoyed learning about all of the different inventions that we have thanks to women. A great read for little aspiring inventors!

This was absolutely delightful. The stories of women and their inventions are kept simple, but I found them very inspiring—I love how the cumulative effect for young minds is the feeling that anyone can get out there and create something life-changing. It'll be great for parents to read with their kids and dream up their own inventions. Bonus: the artwork is colourful and beautiful, with a lovely dash of humour.

What an incredible and inspiring book.
Full of comical illustrations but nothing could detract from the clever ideas this women came up with.
A book of passion and determination with 15 roll models for inspiring scientists and inventors. That they are all female makes this a special book as the times they worked were so male dominated they hard to work harder for any recognition or support.
That I did not know a few of the names here or their life saving, life enhancing ideas Shos the need for such a book. That I did not know Kevlar was a woman is a disgrace as a father of two daughters who went to university and one who teaches science.
A book that is worth its place on anyone’s shelf or bedroom and 15 lives of women who made a real contribution to our society to help us all to never accept mediocrity. A must read book a real learning experience.

Monopoly, the dishwasher, the car heater, Kevlar, windscreen wipers, the first eBook,...

All inventions by unconventionally thinking women. Wonderful illustrations and information on theses women.

One disadvantage, only women from the USA have been portrayed.

This anthology has the same stunning and informative quality of Little People, Big Dreams. I was amazed to discover the number of ideas and invention that women were responsible for. This book would be perfect for children of all ages, gender and background; it inspires anyone who reads with an open mind and courage that they can achieve anything.