Ballots for Belva - The True Story of a Woman's Race for the Presidency

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! 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.

About the author

Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen has written a number of books for children. She lives in New Jersey. Visit her online at sudipta.com. Courtney Martin is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design. She lives in Manchester, Connecticut. Visit her online at camartinart.com.

Summary

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! 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.

Product details

• Authors: Sudipta Bardhan Quallen, Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen, Sudipta/ Martin Bardhan-Quallen, Bardhan-Quallen Sudipta
• Assisted by: Courtney Martin (Illustration), Courtney A. Martin (Illustration), Martin Courtney (Illustration)
• Publisher: Abrams
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 5 to 7
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 17.03.2015
• EAN: 9781419716270
• ISBN: 978-1-4197-1627-0
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics; USA, JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / United States / 19th Century, c 1800 to c 1900, 19th century, c 1800 to c 1899, United States of America, USA, Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Girls & women