18 Books About Elections for Kids of Every Age (& Lesson Ideas!)
1. “Grace for President” by Kelly DiPucchio
– This picture book follows Grace as she runs for class president, teaching kids about campaigns and elections.
2. “Duck for President” by Doreen Cronin
– In this humorous tale, Duck decides to run for president on the farm and shows kids the process of campaigning.
3. “Lillian’s Right to Vote” by Jonah Winter
– This book tells the story of Lillian, an elderly African American woman, as she reflects on the history of voting rights in the United States.
4. “Vote for Me!” by Ben Clanton
– A lift-the-flap book that features animals running for president, giving young readers a playful introduction to elections.
5. “The Election” by Eleanor Levenson
– This book explores the process of elections through the eyes of a school’s student council campaign.
6. “If I Ran for President” by Catherine Stier
– A fun book that outlines the steps involved in running for president, inspiring kids to think about what they would do if they were in charge.
7. “Woodrow for President” by Peter W. Barnes
– Woodrow, a pig, decides to run for president and learns valuable lessons about campaigning and democracy.
8. “Class President” by Johanna Hurwitz
– In this chapter book, Penny wants to become class president and must navigate campaigns, speeches, and debates.
9. “Amelia Bedelia’s First Vote” by Herman Parish
– Amelia Bedelia learns about the importance of voting and actively participating in elections in this book.
10. “Election Day” by Margaret McNamara
– This book follows a classroom election and teaches kids the key elements of the democratic process.
11. “The School Election” by R.L. Stine
– In this Goosebumps book, the school election turns spooky, creating a thrilling adventure for young readers.
12. “My Teacher for President” by Kay Winters
– A student imagines what it would be like if their teacher ran for president, highlighting the qualities needed for leadership.
13. “Election Connection: The Official Nickelodeon Guide to Electing the President” by Mark Shulman
– Based on the popular Nickelodeon TV show, this book provides a kid-friendly guide to understanding elections.
14. “President Squid” by Aaron Reynolds
– This humorous picture book features a squid determined to become president and sheds light on the power of voting.
15. “The Kid Who Ran for President” by Dan Gutman
– A fictional story about a kid who runs for president, tackling important issues and inspiring young readers.
16. “One Vote, Two Votes, I Vote, You Vote” by Bonnie Worth
– Join the Cat in the Hat as he explains the concept of voting and how it shapes our society in this Dr. Seuss-inspired book.
17. “Running for President” by Ronald A. Reis
– This informative book explores the electoral process, including the primaries, conventions, and the general election.
18. “Vote!” by Eileen Christelow
– Using lively illustrations and engaging rhymes, this book introduces the basics of voting and democracy to young readers.
These books provide a range of options for teaching kids about elections and democratic processes. Coupled with lesson ideas and discussions, they create an educational and engaging experience for young readers.