In 1979, Margaret Thatcher made history as the first woman to lead a major, western country when she became prime minister of the United Kingdom. She would go on to revive her country’s economy and help defeat Soviet communism, earning her the nickname “the Iron Lady.” In this biographical book, we cover her remarkable life and how she inspired women around the world.

Created for children in 3rd through 5th grade, PragerU’s beautifully illustrated biographical books are packed with facts and fun to teach elementary students about important figures often mischaracterized or forgotten in today’s classrooms.