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Kirsten Gillibrand
2 Books
Kirsten Gillibrand is a United States Senator from New York who has served since 2009. She is the author of the children's book 'Bold & Brave: Ten Heroes Who Won Women the Right to Vote', which celebrates the leaders of the women's suffrage movement. In addition to her political career, she focuses on empowering the next generation through her writing.
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Long before you were born, women in America were not allowed to vote. They could not help choose the leaders who made the rules for everyone. But a group of incredible women decided to change that.
Step into the past and meet ten bold heroes who stood up for what was right. You will learn about famous leaders like Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony, alongside amazing trailblazers like Jovita Idar and Alice Paul. They gave speeches, marched in the streets, and never backed down, even when people told them to stay quiet. Their journey took more than seventy years of hard work, courage, and teamwork.
This true story shows how raising your voice can build a better future. Discover how these brave suffragists fought for fairness and learn how you can dare to be different and make your own mark on the world.
6-8 Years
41 Pages
Ten Heroes Who Won Women the Right to Vote
Winning the right to vote was a monumental journey that took more than seventy years of passionate, unbreakable commitment. This deeply inspiring book introduces you to ten incredible women who raised their voices, demanded justice, and fought tirelessly to ensure American women could participate in democracy. You will read the powerful stories of famous leaders like Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman, and Sojourner Truth, alongside lesser-known but equally heroic figures like Alice Paul, Jovita Idar, and Mary Church Terrell. These are heroes who dreamed big, dared to be entirely different, and absolutely never gave up the fight. Paired with gorgeous, vibrant portraits, each biography highlights a vital lesson about courage and the strength found in fighting together. Discover the incredible legacy of the suffragists and find the inspiration you need to raise your own voice and help build a brighter future for everyone.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
22 Pages