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Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights

by Deborah Hopkinson

Fitzgerald Books 2007

Challenging read for K–3rd grade

Reading level 4.6 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range

4th grade English
0.5
AR Points
8m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Biography

Themes

  • women's rights
  • activism
  • perseverance
  • equality
  • leadership
  • civic engagement
  • social justice

About this book

This short biography introduces young readers to Susan B. Anthony and her lifelong fight for women’s voting rights. Clear text and historical photos trace her childhood, early activism, and leadership in the suffrage movement. It’s a strong choice for elementary students researching famous Americans or learning about civic rights. Kids enjoy the inspiring real-life story and the way it shows how one person’s perseverance can spark change.

Setting: United States, mid-1800s to early 1900s

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights right for my child?

It depends — here's what to consider for Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include women's rights, activism, perseverance.

How long does it take to read Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights?

At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights takes around 8m to finish. The book has 1,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights have an AR quiz?

Yes — Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.

What grade level is Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights?

Susan B. Anthony: Fighter for Women's Rights has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.