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What's the Big Deal About Books

In order from What's the Big Deal About First Ladies to What's the Big Deal About Americans.

The What's the Big Deal About series is a set of 4 picture books by Ruby Shamir, published between 2017 and 2020. Written for ages 4–9, most books run about 30 pages.

What's the Big Deal About First Ladies
What's the Big Deal About Freedom
What's the Big Deal About Elections
What's the Big Deal About Americans
What's the Big Deal About First Ladies
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First Book in the Series

What's the Big Deal About First Ladies
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

What's the Big Deal About First Ladies

By Ruby Shamir, Matt Faulkner (Illustrator)

Discover how First Ladies shaped America beyond the White House.

32 pages· 3,756 words· Est. 29 min read-aloud
Hardcover
Summary: Explore the untold stories of America's First Ladies who influenced history beyond their roles as presidential spouses. From Mary Todd Lincoln's fight against slavery to Edith Wilson's wartime espionage, each First Lady left a unique mark on the nation. This engaging book reveals their contributions as advocates, activists, and role models, offering a fresh perspective on their impact. Perfect for young history enthusiasts, it invites readers to uncover the fascinating legacies of these remarkable women and their pivotal roles in shaping the country. What surprising stories will you uncover about these influential figures?
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What's the Big Deal About Series

4 books · Published 2017–2020

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How many books are in the What's the Big Deal About series?

There are 4 books in the What's the Big Deal About series. It began with What's the Big Deal About First Ladies in 2017, and the newest book, What's the Big Deal About Freedom, was published in 2020.

What order should you read the What's the Big Deal About books in?

Start with What's the Big Deal About First Ladies and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #4.

What ages are the What's the Big Deal About books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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