The Women Who Won the Vote: 5-Minute Genius Stories - by Emma Roberts & Union Square Kids (Hardcover)

About the Book

"The lives and achievements of the Suffragettes told in ten stand-alone stories"-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Discover the stories of history's most inspiring people in this exciting, STEM-based biography series, perfect for fans of 5 Minute story collections and the Little People, Big Dreams series.

They organized. They marched. They fought. And they endured so that all woman could get the vote. Go behind the scenes for an up-close look at the women who, together, changed the world.

Told through ten rousing stories, follow Susan B. Anthony, Emmeline Pankhurst, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and many other brave women as they fight for women's rights.

Each book in this collectible series is an exciting combination of the perpetually popular 5 Minute stories format and nonfiction biographies for young readers genres. The series' unique approach, with each book containing ten exciting stand-alone stories in the life of a genius plus bonus informational content on the science, craft, and history behind each story, creates an engaging reading experience for young readers. 5-Minute Genius explores a broad range of noteworthy individuals with STEM appeal for readers ages 6-9, from polymaths like Leonardo da Vinci to artists like Frida Kahlo, environmentalists like Jane Goodall and athletes like Simone Biles to activists like the Suffragettes.

Review Quotes

"Ideally suited as an introduction to women's suffrage and the people who made it possible, this volume invites young readers to learn about history at their own pace."

--School Library Journal

The 5-Minute Genius Stories series delivers an inspiring and highly accessible introduction to the lives of remarkable individuals who changed the world. Bright illustrations, accessible language, and a unique structure make these volumes excellent read-alouds, classroom resources, or independent reads. --Booklist

"Ten compelling episodes in the voting rights story--a still-unfinished fight."

--Kirkus

About the Author

Emma Roberts is a children's author and editor based in Cheltenham, England.

Seobhan Hope is an illustrator based in Bern, Switzerland. She gained her degree in Illustration at Edinburgh College of Art and was shortlisted for the Macmillan Prize for her debut picture book Summer's Sleep.