Marching with Aunt Susan: Susan B. Anthony and the Fight for Women's Suffrage

In "Marching with Aunt Susan: Susan B. Anthony and the Fight for Women's Suffrage," young Bessie discovers the harsh realities of gender inequality in 1896 when she learns that, unlike her brothers, she cannot hike or vote. Her world changes when Susan B. Anthony arrives in town, igniting a spark within Bessie to join the burgeoning women's suffrage movement. Inspired by the real-life diary of Bessie Keith Pond, the narrative weaves a captivating tale of a girl's awakening to activism and the incremental triumphs that pave the way toward large-scale change. Illustrated by Stacey Schuett and penned by Claire Rudolf Murphy, this engaging story not only educates but also empowers its readers, making it an ideal read for elementary-school students exploring themes of gender equality and voting rights. It encourages young readers to reflect on how they, too, can contribute to making a difference in their own communities. Published on October 4, 2011, this book serves as a poignant introduction to a pivotal chapter in the fight for women's rights.