Children’s Book Now Available
in Hardcover and Paperback!

Girls Who Build

Written by Marisa L Richards

Girls Who Build introduces young readers to the world of construction, inspired by the real women who do the work every day. Each page features a specific construction job and a strong female character who isn’t afraid of a little hard work. From Lucy the Laborer to Winnie the Welder, learn what it takes to build our homes and cities from this inspiring group of girls. This picture book challenges gender norms, celebrates diversity, and shows readers that girls can do anything – including construction work.

Available in Hardcover & Paperback!

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About Marisa

Marisa Richards is a mother, wife, business leader, and IUPAT union member with over 10 years of experience in the construction trade industry. She currently serves as Director of Outreach & Engagement for PDC 30, a union labor organization in Aurora, Illinois. Marisa studied writing and copy editing at the University of Illinois and received a bachelor’s degree in creative writing and rhetoric with a minor in gender & women studies. She is an avid lover of books, grammar, learning, family, and female empowerment, and believes girls can do anything. Marisa enjoys drawing inspiration from her core interests and beliefs and is excited to begin her journey as a children’s book author. She currently lives in Sugar Grove, Illinois with her husband Jake and their two young daughters.

Photo by Brenda Spooner Photography

Features, Highlights, Podcasts

Pocket Rocket Podcast
with Host Jasmin Lawrence

Uncensored Women of the World Podcast Episode 15: Leading by Example

Acuity Insurance
Author Interview

CoStar: Union Program Manager Pens
Book To Introduce Girls to Construction

Westlakes Recruit
”Careers are Not Gender Specific”

Illinois Labor History Society
Page 10: Start Them Young

SHERA
A Children's Book to Defy Stereotypes

Recent Events

Contact

For events, readings, and media inquiries, please contact Marisa Richards directly.

mrichards@pdc30.com
(815) 756-0327

Sugar Grove, IL