Ballots for Belva
Ballots for Belva

Ballots for Belva

Written by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen & illustrated by Courtney A. Martin
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5 - 7
Reading age
32
Page count
83
Words per page
AD1050L
Lexile measure
Nov 10, 2014
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A timely true tale for the 2008 presidential election In 1884, when men were the only people allowed to vote in national elections, Belva Lockwood took a bold but legal step: She ran for president! Women did not have the same rights as men, but Belva went on undeterred—and she got votes! Her run for office was based on experience and merit: Unlike many women of the time, she went to college, then to law school, and even argued cases before the Supreme Court. Though her campaign was difficult, Belva never wavered in her commitment to equality, earning the respect of many fellow citizens. A little-known but richly deserving American historical figure, Belva is an inspiration for modern-day readers. Despite all the changes in society since Belva’s time, there is still a lot to fight for, and Belva shows the way. The book also includes a glossary and a timeline of women’s suffrage events. F&P level: Q

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      Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen

      Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen is the author of many children’s books, including Tyrannosaurus Wrecks!, Quackenstein Hatches a Family, and Brobot Bedtime. She lives in New Jersey with her family.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781419716270
    Publication Date
    November 10, 2014
    Publisher
    Harry N. Abrams
    Original Publication Date
    September 1, 2008
    Page Count
    32
    Words Per Page
    83
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    5 - 7 years
    Lexile® Level
    AD1050L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~Y
    ATOS® Book Level
    7
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    125140
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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