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Author
Publisher
New York Review Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Political theorist Michael Walzer's classic guide is a perfect introduction to social activism, including what-to-do advice for deciding which issues to take on, organizing, fundraising, and providing effective leadership. Political Action is a how-to book for activists that was written at one of the darkest moments of the Nixon administration and remains no less timely and intelligent and useful today. Michael Walzer draws on his extensive engagement...
Author
Series
Young Amelia Bedelia (Picture books) volume 5
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Amelia Bedelia runs into her principal, Mr. K., and plants the idea that students should vote on the rules, he decides that her class should be the first to come up with new ideas for running the school.
Author
Series
Publisher
Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2008]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Determined to be elected class president, mad scientist Frannie K. Stein uses her Atomic Combiner to create a suit that makes her seem to be whatever a voter wants her to be, but the suit has plans of its own.
Author
Series
Questioneers (Chapter books) volume 4
Publisher
Amulet Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Sofia is put in charge of overseeing a fair election for a class pet, but first the Questioneers must learn about elections and good journalism--and remember that being a community matters most. Includes facts about the Delano Grape Strike, presidential elections, journalism, and the importance of voting.
Author
Series
Hope (Alyssa Milano) volume 3
Publisher
Scholastic Incorporated
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Hope Roberts for President -- or not? In the third book in Alyssa Milano's funny and relatable middle-grade series, Hope is running for sixth grade class president, with her friend and campaign manager, Grace, by her side. But in her effort to win over her classmates, Hope makes some promises she can't keep. Can Hope make things right with the students of JFK Middle -- and maybe still win the election, too? Hope's relatability, kindness, empathy,...
Author
Series
Captain Awesome volume 20
Publisher
Little Simon
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Eugene runs for second-grade class president against Meredith Mooney, but must find a way to prove he is best for the job without revealing either of their secret identities.
In the twentieth Captain Awesome adventure, Eugene decides to run for class president! After much thought (actually, really not that much), Eugene has made a big decision. He's decided to run for class president! But there's a hitch. Meredith Mooney, a.k.a. Little Miss Stinky...
Author
Series
Babymouse volume 16
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Babymouse decides to become president of the student council, she learns that there is more to running for office than being famous and in charge.
12) Boundless
Author
Series
Publisher
Ace
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Admiral John "Black Jack" Geary may have saved the Alliance only to destroy it in this thrilling and eagerly awaited continuation of the New York Times best-selling series. Geary believed in the Alliance. Even when he uncovered overwhelming evidence that the highest echelons of the government and fleet command were involved in secret programs and prison camps, he believed it was worth saving. He believed his duty was to see that justice was served...
Author
Series
Crown of coral and pearl volume 2
Publisher
Inkyard Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 15
Language
English
Description
"Ever since Nor was forced to go to a nearby kingdom in her sister's place, she's wanted nothing more than to return to the place and people she loves. But when her wish comes true, she soon finds herself cast out from both worlds, with a war on the horizon. As an old enemy resurfaces more powerful than ever, Nor will have to keep the kingdom from falling apart with the help of Prince Talin and Nor's twin sister, Zadie. There are forces within the...
14) Vote!
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Using a campaign for mayor as an example, shows the steps involved in an election, from the candidate's speeches and rallies, to the voting booth where every vote counts, to the announcement of the winner.
Author
Publisher
Metropolitan Books
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"From the bestselling author of What's the Matter With Kansas, a scathing look at the standard-bearers of liberal politics -- a book that asks: what's the matter with Democrats?It is a widespread belief among liberals that if only Democrats can continue to dominate national elections, if only those awful Republicans are beaten into submission, the country will be on the right course. But this is to fundamentally misunderstand the modern Democratic...
Publisher
New Video Group [distributor]
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
Four beautifully adapted stories that encourage a love of reading for the pre- or early reader. From best selling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal comes Spoon. Spoon has always been a happy utensil, but he soon finds he needs the support of his friends Fork, Knife, and Chopsticks.
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