Grace for President

There's never been a woman president, so Grace Campbell decides to change that -- starting with her school's mock presidential election!

About

  • Author:
  • Kelly DiPucchio
  • Release Date:
  • February 26, 2008
  • ISBN:
  • 978-0-7868-3919-3
  • Pages:
  • 40
  • Age Range:
  • 5 to 9 Years
  • Format:
  • Picture Book

Synopsis

"Where are the girls?" When Grace's teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace decides to be the first. And she immediately starts off her political career as a candidate the school's mock election. But soon, she realizes that she has entered a tough race. Her popular opponent claims to be the "best man for the job"--and seems to have captured all the male votes--while Grace concentrates on being the best person. In this timely story, author Kelly DiPucchio not only gives readers a fun introduction to the American electoral system, but also teaches them the value of hard work, courage, and independent thought--and offers an inspiring example of how to choose our leaders.