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The Hope Chest

The Hope Chest

Published in
2008
3.91
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Description

A perfect Common Core tie-in, The Hope Chest includes nonfiction backmatter with period photographs, historical notes about the suffrage movement, and a Voting in America timeline. It's also a New York State Curriculum title for fourth grade.Eleven-year-old Violet has one goal in mind when she runs away from home: to find her sister, Chloe. Violet's parents said Chloe had turned into the Wrong Sort of Person, but Violet knew better. The only problem is that Chloe's not in New York anymore. She's moved on to Tennesee where she's fighting for the right of women to vote. As Violet's journey grows longer, her single-minded pursuit of reuniting with her sister changes. Before long she is standing side-by-side with her new friendssuffragists, socialists, and colored peoplethe type of people whom her parents would not approve. But if Violet's becoming the Wrong Sort of Person, why does it feel just right? This stirring depiction of the very end of the women's suffrage battle in America is sure to please readers who like their historical fiction fast-paced and action-packed. American Girls fans will fall hard for Violet and her less-than-proper friends.From the Hardcover edition.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
288 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Historical Insight: 'The Hope Chest' provides readers with a vivid portrayal of the early 20th century and the women's suffrage movement, offering valuable historical context and insight into this pivotal time in history.
  • Empowering Characters: The book features strong female characters who demonstrate resilience, courage, and determination, serving as role models and inspiring readers to advocate for their own rights and beliefs.
  • Educational Value: By weaving historical facts with engaging storytelling, 'The Hope Chest' serves as an educational tool that can help younger readers understand the importance of equality and the struggle for women's voting rights.
  • Emotional Connection: Karen Schwabach creates a narrative that not only educates but also emotionally connects readers to the characters, making it a compelling read that can resonate with people of all ages.