About This Book
This engaging historical chapter book introduces readers to Lizzie Bingman, a spirited fourteen-year-old living in 1914. After making a bold bet with her older brother about women's equal rights, Lizzie embarks on a summer filled with adventures rarely experienced by young ladies of her time. The narrative skillfully weaves in themes of social justice, personal freedom, and self-discovery against the backdrop of a changing America, likely touching upon the burgeoning women's suffrage movement. It's an excellent choice for readers interested in history, strong female protagonists, and stories about challenging the status quo.
Fourteen-year-old Lizzie's bet with her oldest brother about women's deserving equal rights kicks off a summer of unprecedented adventure for her as she experiences things a young lady of 1914 rarely does.
discrimination
peril_danger
Discussion Prompts
1
What was life like for girls and women in 1914 compared to today?
2
What does 'equal rights' mean to Lizzie, and what does it mean to you?
3
How does Lizzie show bravery and perseverance throughout her adventures?
4
Have you ever challenged an idea that most people believed? What happened?
5
What kind of 'unprecedented adventures' do you think Lizzie experiences, and why were they so unusual for her time?
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