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Vote! - by Eileen Christelow (Paperback)

Vote! - by  Eileen Christelow (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Christelow's acclaimed primer introduces kids to how voting and our democracy work in a clear, kid-friendly graphic format with story of a local election, presented with hilarious commentary by the candidates' pets. Includes updated back matter for the 2018 midterm elections. Full color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>"It's hard to imagine a more accessible introduction to voting" than Eileen Christelow's hilariously illustrated <i>Vote!</i>, now updated for the 2018 midterm elections. (<i>Booklist</i>, starred review)</b> <p/><b>* </b>"It's hard to imagine a more accessible introduction to voting." --<i>Booklist, </i> starred review <p/> "Explains the whys and wherefores of the voting process . . . and why it all matters." --<i>Washington Post</i> <p/> An ALA Notable Children's Book <br> An IRA-CBC Children's Choice <p/> Eileen Christelow's <i>Vote!</i> has everything you need to know about voting and how our democracy works--parties, voter registration, campaigns, rallies, debates, Election Day, even recounts! Topics are presented in a clear, kid-friendly graphic format as the story of a local election unfolds, with hilarious commentary by the candidates' pets. <br> Includes updated back matter for the 2018 midterm election.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"It's hard to imagine a more accessible introduction to voting....whimsical and creative...Vote aye on this one" --<i>Booklist</i>, ALA, Starred Review <p/> "Simple language...color, and humorous subplots make for an appealing introduction to electoral politics...conveys the eye-opening evolution of democracy" --<i>Kirkus Reviews</i> <p/> "Well-executed...accessible introduction...may well inspire future lever-pulling in the voting booth...a strong kickoff to the 2004 election year."--<i>Publishers Weekly</i> <p/> "Solid information...the cartoon cast is animated and committed...useful end matter...an excellent overview of the democratic process."--<i>The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books</i> <p/> "Brisk and engaging...explains the whys and wherefores of the voting process...and why it all matters...wise-cracking canines included."--<i>The Washington Post</i> <p/> "Colorful, comical illustrations...light, yet informative tone...This accessible and appealing title deserves a place in all collections."--<i>School Library Journal</i> <p/> "Important information about elections is explored with enthusiasm...Christelow walks kids through the process...all to help democracy stay alive."--<i>The San Francisco Chronicle</i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Eileen Christelow has created numerous fun and funny picture books, including the Five Little Monkeys series, Author, and most recently, Letters from a Desperate Dog. She and her husband, Ahren, live in Vermont. For more information visit www.christelow.com.

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