Families who loved The Girl Who Named Pluto: The Story of Venetia Burney by Alice B. McGinty often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child feels like their voice is too small to be heard or when they express a budding interest in the mysteries of the night sky. It is the perfect choice for the young researcher who loves facts but needs a human connection to see how history is made by ordinary people just like them. The story follows eleven year old Venetia Burney, a British girl in 1930 who used her knowledge of mythology and her love of board games to suggest the name for a newly discovered ninth planet. This biography highlights how intellectual curiosity and a supportive family environment can lead to a lasting legacy. It is a gentle, empowering read for children ages 4 to 9 that celebrates the intersection of science and imagination.
