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    10 election books to read to your children about the presidential election

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    THE 2024 presidential election is upon us, and many teachers and parents are looking for educational, nonpartisan ways to discuss the process with children. Literature to the rescue! We’ve rounded up two handfuls of teacher- and librarian-recommended books for children and young readers that explain how the electoral process works in the United States, why voting matters, and what happens during election season.

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    These books are inspiring, educational, and helpful in answering questions about why we have elections in the United States, how the election cycle works, and who can run for office. No matter who you vote for this election season, these books are also a great way to help kids feel engaged in democracy.

    “The White House: A Book Meets the Nation’s Capital” by Lindsay Ward

    “The White House” par. Lindsay neighborhood.

    HarperCollins


    Perfect for fans of Richard Scarry, this fun and interactive book introduces young readers to the White House and all the people who make it run. With elements of search and discovery and counting prompts, this is a great book to give kids some context before visiting Washington, DC or learning from afar where the president lives.

    “Your Voice, Your Vote” by Leah Henderson, illustrated by Keisha Morris

    “Your Voice, Your Vote” by Leah Henderson, illustrated by Keisha Morris.

    HarperCollins


    Teach children how voting works and why we do it in this beautiful book from an award-winning author and illustrator. It follows a family as they go to the polls in the present day and also introduces children to the history of voting in the United States.

    ‘Vote!’ by Eileen Christelow

    ‘Vote!’ by Eileen Christelow.

    Clarion Books


    Featuring hilarious commentary from the characters’ pets, this colorful and informative book about voting covers the nuts and bolts of the process, from rallies to debates, polls to recounts and everything in between. He has also won awards from the American Library Association, the International Reading Association, and the Children’s Book Council.

    “Thanks for Voting” by Erin Geiger Smith

    “Thanks for Voting” by Erin Geiger Smith.

    HarperCollins


    This edition for young readers of Thank you for voting teaches children the process and importance of voting in three sections: the stories of how we got the vote, knowing before you vote, and how to get people to vote. It is aimed at middle grade readers ages 8 to 13 and also makes excellent research material for school book reports and history or social studies projects.

    “How Women Won the Vote” by Susan Campbell Bartoletti, illustrated by Ziyue Chen

    “How Women Won the Vote” by Susan Campbell Bartoletti, illustrated by Ziyue Chen.

    HarperCollins


    Teach young readers about the courageous suffragists who fought for the right to vote with this wonderful book from a Newbery Honor Award winner. It introduces children to suffragists Alice Paul and Lucy Burns, who met in a London prison and led hunger strikes, prison sentences and more to win the right for American women to vote.

    “Leo’s first vote!” » by Christina Soontornvat, illustrated by Isabel Roxas

    “Leo’s first vote!” » by Christina Soontornvat, illustrated by Isabel Roxas.

    Knopf books for young readers


    From a three-time Newbery Award winner, comes this adorable book about a naturalized U.S. citizen’s first vote. It’s a heartwarming and educational story about how every vote counts.

    “The Night Before Election Day” by Natasha Wing, illustration by Amy Wummer

    “The Night Before Election Day” by Natasha Wing, illustration by Amy Wummer.

    Grosset and Dunlap


    It was the day before election day… If you already hear the iconic poem by Clement Moore in your head, end the rhyme real election season style with this democracy-themed version of the Christmas classic. There’s also a sticker sheet inside!

    “If I ran for president” by Catherine Stier, illustrated by Lynne Avril

    “If I ran for president” by Catherine Stier, illustrated by Lynne Avril.

    Albert Whitman & Company


    In this uplifting and inspiring story, a diverse group of children imagine what it might be like to run for office. It’s a great conversation starter for young readers who want to learn more about the political process.

    “What We Stand For” by Jeff Foster

    “What We Stand For” by Jeff Foster.

    Scholastic Inc.


    Written by an AP government teacher, this entertaining and informative guide explains to middle grade readers how our government works, from the various responsibilities of the different branches to how the Electoral College works and everything in between. In the author’s words: “If you don’t participate, you can’t complain.”

    “What’s Wrong With Elections” by Ruby Shamir and Matt Faulkner

    “What’s Wrong With Elections” by Ruby Shamir and Matt Faulkner.

    Philomel Books


    Whether your kids are just learning about the political process or want to know more little-known facts about elections, did you know that our country has more than 90,000 state and local governments? Or that Election Day celebrations featured marching bands and bonfires? — this pretty book will hit the mark.

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