
By Christina Soontornvat, Isabel Roxas (Illustrator)
A young boy learns the power of a single vote.
Leo is excited to join his dad at the polls for his first election as a US citizen. But when his cousin Ray questions the impact of one vote, Leo's faith wavers. Through a class mock election and a heartfelt talk with his dad, Leo discovers the true power of every vote. This engaging picture book explores the election process, from registration to casting a ballot, and inspires young readers to understand their voices matter.
Get 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. Leo’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. This 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.
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