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The Big Day conveys powerful messages and emotions around women's hard-won right to vote. . . . Sharing this book is a way for classroom teachers and librarians to encourage children's questions and increase their knowledge about voting. . . . Voting matters. Pass it on. -- Judi Moreillon author of Read to Me and literacies and libraries consultant This picture book has an important and timely message! Rich illustrations and a historical note make it a valuable educational resource for discussions about race, citizenship, and voting rights. -- Rhonda Lynn Rucker author of Welcome to Bombingham and Make a Change

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Terry Lee Caruthers is a special projects librarian with the Knox County Library System. A native of Knoxville, Tennesee, she grew up surrounded by strong, female role models who nurtured her imagination and imbued her with a love of reading, writing, and storytelling. The Big Day is Terry's first book with Star Bright Books. Terry resides in South Knoxville where she shares her life with four rescue cats. Robert Casilla was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, to parents from Puerto Rico.He received a bachelor of fine arts at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Robert has illustrated over 30 children's books, including picture book biographies and multicultural titles. Robert won a Pura Belpr Honor Award for his illustrations in First Day in Grapes. The Big Day is his first book with Star Bright Books. Robert lives and works from his home in New Fairfield, Connecticut, with his wife, Carmen.

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