Everything you thought you knew about women's suffrage is about to get smashed — and the real story is even more incredible!

Did Susan B. Anthony single-handedly win women the right to vote? Not even close — she wasn't even alive when the Nineteenth Amendment was ratified! History Smashers: Women's Right to Vote busts open the myths and half-truths behind one of history's most important movements, revealing the millions of courageous women who marched, picketed, and went to jail to make it happen. Packed with illustrations, graphic panels, photographs, and sidebars, this is the perfect book for young readers aged 8–12 who love discovering the surprising truth behind famous historical events.

Myth-Busting History: Challenges the oversimplified stories kids often learn in school and replaces them with the rich, complex truth — making history genuinely exciting to explore.
Visually Engaging Format: Illustrations, graphic panels, photographs, and sidebars keep reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike hooked from cover to cover.
Hidden Heroes Uncovered: Goes beyond the well-known names to celebrate the countless unsung women — and one very important letter from a mum — whose contributions made the Nineteenth Amendment possible.
Perfect for Fans of Popular Series: Ideal for readers who love I Survived and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales, and a brilliant addition to any history-loving child's bookshelf.

About the Author

Kate Messner is an acclaimed, award-winning author of books for young readers, including the History Smashers series, the Ranger in Time adventure series, and many picture books. A former middle-school English teacher, Kate is passionate about bringing honest, engaging nonfiction to young readers and encouraging them to question the stories they've been told. She lives in Vermont.

Product Details

Publisher: Random House Children's Books
Publication date: July 7, 2020
Language: English
Print length: 224 pages
ISBN-13: 9780593120347
Reading age: 8–12 years