Bloomers! is a good introduction to the Women's Suffrage movement in America in the 1850s. It introduces important names such as Elizabeth Stanton, Susan B. Anthony and, of course, Amelia Bloomer (who designed the bloomers women used to wear under short dresses). Rhoda Blumberg tells the story with a touch of irony in her description of women's fashion that could go over the heads of younger readers. In which case Bloomers! is probably best as a read aloud. Ages 7 and up. ( )