
Written by Kelly Starling Lyons · Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
Book #2 in the Jada Jones series
A young girl runs for student council and learns valuable lessons about friendship, perseverance, and being true to oneself
Jada Jones is determined to win the student council race, but rumors about her fear of public speaking threaten her campaign. As promises pile up, Jada must decide if victory is worth risking friendships. Can she navigate the challenges and stay true to herself, or will the pressure unravel her plans? With trust on shaky ground, Jada faces a pivotal choice that could change everything. This engaging chapter book, filled with relatable characters and vibrant illustrations, invites readers to explore the complexities of friendship and leadership in a fun, accessible way.
Fans of Princess Posey and Ivy and Bean will enjoy rooting for Jada Jones as she runs for student council in this easy-to-read chapter book. As a candidate for class representative, Jada is ready to give the campaign her all. But when rumors start to fly about her secret fear of public speaking, she isn’t sure who she can trust. And the pressure to make promises she can’t keep only adds to her growing list of problems. Is winning even worth it when friendships are on the line? This easy-to-read story–with plenty of pictures and a charming, relatable cast of characters–is a sure winner. The early chapter book bridges between leveled readers and chapter books for fluent readers adjusting to the chapter book format. At about 5,000 words, with short chapters and two-color art on almost every page, it will appeal to this unique reader. The two-color art throughout will help readers transition from the familiar four-color art of leveled readers and ease them into black-and-white chapter books.
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