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Bezig met laden... The Van Buren Sisters vs. the Pants Policedoor J. F. Fox
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Meld je aan bij LibraryThing om erachter te komen of je dit boek goed zult vinden. Op dit moment geen Discussie gesprekken over dit boek. This is a head to head history book. This review is based on a galley where all speech bubbles were not yet filled in. Overall, just the story part of this book and the info bit the back are great. It’s about the Van Buren sisters, and how they dared ride across country on a motorbike wearing pants. This doesn’t sound like anything now, but at the time they did this, it was very controversial. We can thank the Van Buren sisters for helping the movement of women’s rights. And we can thank the publisher for making sure that this book is available for all to read and find out about these amazing sisters. geen besprekingen | voeg een bespreking toe
"As World War I swept Europe, young Americans prepared to join the cause ... well, half of them did. Women were supposed to stay prim and proper at home. But Adeline and Augusta -- ahem, Addie and Gussie -- Van Buren had been taught to skate, swim, and even box. They knew women could do much more than sit around in petticoats. The sisters decided to prove this by writing strongly worded letters. No, no, of course not, Addie and Gussie were fighters! In 1916, the sisters set out to cross the United States on motorcycles and prove women could help on the battlefield. Dressed in leather coats and pants, they were ready for anything -- except the fashion police! J. F. Fox examines another funny and forgotten battle in the Head-to-Head History series. The Van Buren Sisters vs. the Pants Police is an irreverent, inspiring true story about one small step -- and several thousand miles -- in the women's movement. Historical notes, a glossary, and a bibliography promote inquiry-based learning. Anna Kwan's comic-style speech bubbles and dynamic illustrations showcase plenty of humor and historical detail."-- Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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Google Books — Bezig met laden... GenresDewey Decimale Classificatie (DDC)796.7The arts Recreational and performing arts Athletic and outdoor sports and games Driving motor vehiclesLC-classificatieWaarderingGemiddelde:
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THE VAN BUREN SISTERS VS. THE PANTS POLICE written by J.F. Fox with illustrated by Anna Kwan shares the inspiring true story of sisters who challenged traditional gender roles and traditions. In 1916, the Van Buren sisters traveled across America on motorbikes wearing leather pants and coats. A century later their descendants celebrated this accomplishment by re-creating their ride. This engaging picture book concludes with background information, a glossary, and sources. ARC courtesy of Kids Can Press, an imprint of Hachette Book Group. ( )