About This Book
Eyewitness First Ladies offers an engaging visual tour through US history, profiling the women who have held the role of First Lady, from Martha Washington to Melania Trump. This book highlights how the role has evolved from gracious hostess to influential humanitarian and policy-maker, showcasing their contributions to social change. Filled with full-color photographs of personal mementos, family pictures, and campaign memorabilia, it provides amazing facts and an integrated text-and-pictures approach that makes history come alive for children aged 4-11. It's an excellent resource for understanding women's impact on American leadership.
Discussion Prompts
1
How has the role of the First Lady changed over time, and what do you think caused these changes?
2
Which First Lady's story did you find most inspiring and why?
3
If you were a First Lady, what cause or issue would you choose to champion?
4
How do the personal mementos and photographs help you understand the lives of these women better?
5
What qualities do you think are most important for a First Lady to have?
