
Reach for this book when your daughter is entering a high-stakes environment where she feels she must compete against other girls to succeed. It is a vital read for teens who are passionate about tech but intimidated by male-dominated spaces. The story follows three distinct girls (the visionary, the coder, and the designer) as they navigate a prestigious Silicon Valley internship. Through their journey, the book explores how systemic sexism can be dismantled through female solidarity rather than rivalry. It is a contemporary, empowering choice for ages 13 and up that balances professional ambition with the complexities of new adulthood, proving that a seat at the table is more stable when you build it with friends.
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Sign in to write a reviewLight romantic subplots and some flirting, but the focus remains on career and friendship.
Frequent depictions of systemic sexism and gender bias in the workplace.
The book addresses sexism and gender discrimination in a very direct, realistic manner. It also touches on socioeconomic differences and the pressure of parental expectations. The resolution is hopeful and empowering, emphasizing systemic change through individual and collective action.
A high school junior or senior who is a 'first and only' (the only girl in her AP Computer Science class or robotics club) and is starting to feel the burnout of having to prove herself twice as hard as her male peers.
Read cold. Parents may want to discuss the realities of workplace dynamics and the importance of professional boundaries. A parent might notice their child downplaying their own talents or becoming hyper-competitive with other girls in their field.
Younger teens (13-14) will focus on the excitement of the competition and the friendship drama. Older teens (17-18) will likely resonate more with the professional hurdles and the transition from high school to the 'real world.'
Unlike many 'girls in tech' books that focus solely on the 'genius' trope, Screen Queens highlights the necessity of diverse skill sets (design and marketing are as vital as code) and the specific power of the female collective.
Lucy, Maddie, and Delia are three high school graduates selected for the prestigious ValleyStart incubator. They have three weeks to create an app that will change the world. While they initially see each other as competition, they soon realize that the tech industry's 'bro-culture' is designed to keep them down. They must combine their unique skills in coding, design, and business to prove their worth.
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