A review by k8brarian
History Smashers: Women's Right to Vote by Kate Messner

4.0

I was pleasantly surprised by this book. I requested it to review on NetGalley because I’m always looking for narrative nonfiction in a wide range of ability levels for my students. This is a book written at a lower reading level than most of my students need, but I liked that the ideas and concepts weren’t watered or dumber down. In fact, this book cuts through the half-truths most of us are taught about women’s suffrage and lays out the truth about racism, flawed heroes, and intersectionality. It’s written simply and clearly, but without pulling punches or underestimating a modern kid’s ability to tackle complex topics. The illustrations and comic panels help bring the subject to life. I’m looking forward to bringing this and other titles in this series to my library when they’re available to purchase.