{"product_id":"leos-first-vote-isbn-9780593644270","title":"Leo's First Vote!","description":"\u003cb\u003eGet out the vote! In this kid-friendly picture book introduction to voting and elections, Leo's father teaches him about the importance of every single vote, and how to use their voices to uplift their community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeo's dad is voting in his first election as a naturalized US citizen, and he promises to take Leo to the polls with him. Leo can't wait! But, after his cousin Ray casts doubt on the importance of a single vote, it'll take Leo's class mock election results, as well as a talk with his dad to convince him that each and every vote matters. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis lively picture book shows us how citizens decide who will be in charge, hitting key moments in an election, from voter registration to polling places, to staying in line, and features extensive backmatter for kids who want to dig deeper.\"Teeming with vocabulary terms, \u003cb\u003ethis book will turn readers into mini democracy experts\u003c\/b\u003e. Roxas’s cut paper collage artwork uses white space and clever composi­ tions to add visual richness.\" —\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003cb\u003e[A] heartwarming, educational story\u003c\/b\u003e about how every ballot counts.\" —\u003ci\u003ePeople Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e★ \"\u003cb\u003e[A] lively picture book\u003c\/b\u003e....Marvelously textured, dimensional cut-paper, oil pastel, and acrylic artwork clearly delineates the step-by-step of voting in this spot-on depiction of a child’s anxiety and excitement around a crucial process.\" —\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An \u003cb\u003einvaluable\u003c\/b\u003e addition to any young citizen-in-training’s bookshelf.\" —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eA timely, if earnestly purposeful, overview of a basic civil right\u003c\/b\u003e, aimed at younger audiences but with some savvy pointers for new Americans of any age.\"\u003ci\u003e —School Library Journal\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003e[A] relevant and informative story.\u003c\/b\u003e\"\u003ci\u003e \u003ci\u003e—Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eChristina Soontornvat is the award-winning author of over twenty books for children of all ages. She is also a 3-time Newbery Honoree for her middle grade titles \u003ci\u003eThe Last Mapmaker\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Wish in the Dark\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eAll Thirteen:The Incredible Cave Rescue of the Thai Boys Soccer Team\u003c\/i\u003e. Her picture books include \u003ci\u003eThe Ramble Shamble Children, \u003c\/i\u003eillustrated by Caldecott Honoree Lauren Castillo, and \u003ci\u003eTo Change a Planet, \u003c\/i\u003eillustrated by Rahele Jomepour Belle. She travels all over the world to speak to children, writers, and educators about her love of reading and writing. She currently lives in Texas with her husband and two daughters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIsabel Roxas is an author \u0026amp; illustrator creating books for young readers. Originally from Manila, she is now based in New York City, completing the third installment of her award-winning graphic novel series \u003ci\u003eThe Adventures of Team Pom\u003c\/i\u003e.","brand":"Knopf Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300799303909,"sku":"NP9780593644270","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780593644270.jpg?v=1767731317","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/leos-first-vote-isbn-9780593644270","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}