Since founding Studio Ghibli in 1985, film director Hayao Miyazaki has produced a series of highly acclaimed animated movies that have earned him the moniker 'The Walt Disney of Japan.' And, unlike most Japanese magna-style films, the protagonists of most Miyazaki's films are strong and independent girls or young women... Continue reading

With princesses being the theme of the week, we've selected the "The Apple-Pip Princess" by Jane Ray as A Mighty Girl's top book pick. This wonderful picture book, perfect for children ages 3 to 8, combines a unique fairy tale with beautiful illustrations and compelling messages about compassion, community, and stewardship... Continue reading

Perfect for celebrating Earth Day this weekend, Whale Rider beautifully combines strong girl power and environmental messages. Set within a Maori tribe in New Zealand, the film follows eleven year old heroine, Pai, as she sets off to convince her grandfather, the tribe's chief, that she can be his successor... Continue reading

Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, a Newbery award winning historical fiction novel, recounts the story of a young Danish girl living in Nazi-occupied Denmark during World War II. The heroic narrator and her family support the Danish Resistance and help Danish Jews, including her best friend, escape to neutral... Continue reading

A few times a week, A Mighty Girl highlights a recommended book on our Facebook page and blog and today we're featuring Terry Pratchett's series on Tiffany Aching, a young witch in training. We've received many great recommendations this week of books to add to the site and Pratchett's series was... Continue reading