In Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, authors Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo tell the stories of a wide range of the world’s most interesting and incredible women, including those alive today and those who changed history in the past.

Here, we read about Yusra Mardini, whose courage and determination not only saved the lives of many fellow refugees, it also propelled her to become an Olympic athlete.

WRITING PROMPT: What does courage mean to you? Write about a woman who inspires you with their courage and persistence.