
Women's History
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(20) Passages included in this Reading Set:
Jane Addams (1860-1935)
Students will read a biography of Jane Addams and learn why she was an important historical figure. Students will answer questi...
Her Story: Sojourner Truth
Sojourner Truth was a abolitionist, feminist, and po...
Opening the Door to Learning
Laura Bridgman was the first deaf and blind person to learn to read and write, opening the door for others like her. Students w...
The 19th Amendment: Votes for Women
One hundred years ago women were not allowed to vote...
Dr. Dian Fossey: Renowned Primatologist and Conservationist
Students will read a passage about Dr. Dian Fossey and learn about her extensive efforts to study and protect the critically en...
First American Woman in Space: Sally Ride
Although the U.S. manned space program began in 1959...
Madam C.J. Walker: Self-Made Millionaire and Philanthropist
Students will read a passage about Madam C.J. Walker and learn about her success as a businesswomen and philanthropist. Student...
Susan B. Anthony and the Right to Vote
Susan B. Anthony was a devout women’s rights activis...
Biography: Dorothea Lynde Dix
Dorothea Dix was an 18th century activist for the me...
Primary Source: Votes for Women Ratified
In 1920, the 19th Amendment which granted voting rig...