2020 is the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment! An essential election read and early introduction to the concepts of organizing, protests, and demonstration.

A story of hope and determination, Marching with Aunt Susan reminds readers that society cannot evolve unless people―even young people―dare to take a stand. Perfect for girl-power readers!

“Inspiring and revelatory.” ―Kirkus Reviews

All Bessie wants is to go hiking with her father and brothers. But it’s 1896, and girls don’t get to hike. They can’t vote either, which Bessie discovers when Susan B. Anthony comes to town to help lead the campaign for women’s suffrage.

Stirred to action, Bessie joins the movement and discovers that small efforts can result in small changes―and maybe even big ones.

Inspired by the diary of the real-life Bessie Keith Pond, a ten-year-old girl who lived in California during the suffrage campaign, author Claire Rudolf Murphy and illustrator Stacey Schuett offer a thought-provoking introduction to the fight for women’s rights.

Awards:

Best Children’s Books of the Year (starred) / Bank Street College of Education
Amelia Bloomer Project / Feminist Task Force of the Social Responsibilities Round Table of the American Library Association
Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People / NCSS/CBC
Teachers’ Choices / International Reading Association
Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award