Here's a new way to raise awareness of a career in the trades?
During a recent Virtual Lunch with the President, Mollie Elkman, author of the book The House That She Built, told attendees about the impact the book is having to raise awareness and support young people - especially girls - for a career in the trades.
The House That She Built educates young readers about the people and skills that go into building a home. One by one, we learn about the architect, framer, roofer and many more as they contribute their individual skills needed to complete the collective project — a new home.
With illustrations that connect and empower and words that build upon each other with each page, this book will leave all kids (she, he, and they) excited about their own skills and interested in learning new ones.
Proceeds support workforce development initiatives in the homebuilding industry.
With the holiday season right around the corner, you might consider getting a copy and donating it to either your local school or library - or both - so that it is available to everyone! While you are at it, pick up a copy for yourself.
