Next Thursday, the adults in the country will go to the polls to decide which political party will run our country. Understanding politics, elections and voting can be tricky, so this week, I’m sharing books all about elections.
First, I’ve chosen The Election by Eleanor Levenson and Marek Jagucki, which is the perfect introduction to the concepts of democracy, elections and voting through a fun story with engaging illustrations.
Alex’s family backs the party whose posters have stripes on them. Evie’s family backs the party whose posters have spots on them. But which party will win? Either way, the two will remain friends.
When we vote, it’s really important that we question ourselves and what we’d like our world to look like, which is exactly what the next two books help us to do.
In If I Were Prime Minsiter by Trygve Skaug and Ella Okstad, a young boy gives his perspective on several things the grown-ups running the country could do differently.
How much happier would we be if all the adults went to nursery once a month to remind themselves how to play? How much safer would we be if Christmas lights were left up all year round to light everyone’s way home? This hilarious picture book treats profound topics with sensitivity and care and helps all of our children dare to dream big and for all those adults who want to look on the world with fresh eyes.
And finally, congratulations! In my last book for this week, If I Ran The Country by Rich Knight, you’ve just become the leader of your own country! There are a lot of decisions to be made, and not long to make them.
The good news is you’ve got your hands on this funny, fact-packed book, covering everything you need to know to rule effectively – no matter where in the world you are. But it’s not just about political systems, elections, climate change, justice and all those other things we hear politicians talking about. You also need to learn how to lead. With essential life and leadership skills and tips – from teamwork, confidence and compassion to discovering who you are and what you believe in – If I Ran The Country answers all the questions most often posed by first-time top dogs like you. You’ll be ruling like a pro in no time!
Happy reading!
