Overview
Incredible stories of bold women from American history-for kids ages 8 to 12 All throughout history, American women have stood up for what's right, even when they weren't allowed to vote, have careers, or go to school. But throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, many brave and smart women helped fight for equality. This biography collection for kids explores 15 of these women-including Sojourner Truth, Alice Paul, and Ida B. Wells-Barnett-and how they used their skills and beliefs to create lasting change. Explore amazing women in history- Having a choice-Discover the stories of Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony, who helped start the women's suffrage movement. Using their voice-Learn about women like Marie Louise Bottineau Baldwin and Mabel Ping-Hua Lee, whose actions helped enact voting rights for women of color. Never giving up-Find out how even today, women such as bell hooks and Stacey Abrams are fighting for women's equality at the polls, the workplace, and in education. Go beyond other history books and discover those who are often overlooked with Bold Women in History.
Full Product Details
Author: Meghan Vestal
Publisher: Callisto Media Inc.
Imprint: Callisto Kids
Dimensions:
Width: 0.10cm
, Height: 0.10cm
, Length: 0.10cm
Weight: 0.001kg
ISBN: 9781648764295
ISBN 10: 1648764290
Pages: 116
Publication Date: 31 August 2021
Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: To order
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Reviews
Meghan Vestal brings these bold women to life through clear, compelling stories that will capture young readers or any lover of history (like myself). The unique, gorgeous illustrations by Keisha Morris similarly add to the charm of this wonderful book. --Luke Rosa, history teacher, history curriculum developer, and creator of Students of History Meghan's work allows for the courageous women who shaped our history to shape our sons' and daughters' hearts. Their stories need to be told, and Meghan tells these stories eloquently and in a way that will pull younger readers off their screens to enjoy. --Janet Kelly, Former Secretary of the Commonwealth of Virginia and President of Virginia's Kids Belong This book is a great way to teach kids about the history of women's rights in the United States. Beautiful illustrations help to engage kids and keep their attention. Getting this book into my students' hands has been amazing! My students see themselves in this book and it makes them incredibly happy! --Ronnie Eyre, 5th grade teacher, curriculum writer, and creator of A Teacher's Wonderland, LLC
Author Information
MEGHAN VESTAL has created hands-on curricula for thousands of teachers and schools around the world and designed unique professional development opportunities for teachers.
