What's the Big Deal about First Ladies
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First Ladies are more than just wives of U.S. presidents This fun, kid-friendly book of trivia and history shows that First Ladies help influence America in ways both large and small. Did you know that Mary Todd Lincoln hated slavery and helped to end it in America? Or that Edith Wilson helped decode secret messages during World War I? How about that Sarah Polk didn't let anyone dance in the White House while she was first lady? It's true In addition to being hostesses, advocates, ambassadors, activists, patriots, and role-models, each first lady put her own stamp on the White House--and on our country. In this fun-filled, fact-filled book, you can find out just what made each first lady unique and why they were so important. As it turns out, first ladies are a pretty big deal after all This book is perfect for fans of So You Want to be President? and Rad American Women from A-Z: Rebels, Trailbalzers, and Visionaries who Shaped Our History...And Our Future, and is a great entry point to discussing elections, inaugurations, and all aspects of the White House with children. Praise for What's the Big Deal About First Ladies ★ "A breezy way to, as Abigail Adams urged, 'remember the ladies.'" --Kirkus Reviews, starred review "This title does an excellent job of highlighting the important roles that these women played throughout history....A delightful introduction to America's first ladies for elementary U.S. history collections." --School Library Journal
"Packed with interesting facts and illustrated with style, this upbeat overview of America's First Ladies will entertain kids intrigued by history." --Booklist
"Packed with interesting facts and illustrated with style, this upbeat overview of America's First Ladies will entertain kids intrigued by history." --Booklist
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:039954724X
ISBN13:9780399547249
Release Date:January 2017
Publisher:Philomel Books
Length:32 Pages
Weight:1.01 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 9.0" x 11.6"
Age Range:4 to 8 years
Grade Range:Preschool to Grade 3
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