A fascinating look into America's voting history that will inspire young people to get involved!
This young readers' edition of Thank You for Voting, from debut author and journalist Erin Geiger Smith, presents its information in clear, interesting chapters. Broken into three sectionsâThe Stories of How We Got the Vote, Know Before You Vote, and How to Get People to Voteâthis is a book that will appeal to kids 8 to 13 who are politically engaged. But it will also help a middle grader who is more focused on just finding good resources for history and social studies reports.
Voting is a privilege and a right, but it hasn't always been for many people. From the founding fathers to Jim Crow to women's suffrage to gerrymanderingâand everything in betweenâreaders will get a look at the complex history of voting and become empowered to ask BIG questions like:
âWhat can I do to support my favorite leader?
âWho can I talk to about the issues I believe in?
âHow can I make a difference in my community?
Every citizen has the right to vote. Let each one count!