Books About Democracy · 19 titles considered

The Best Democracy Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about democracy? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2019

They Called Us Enemy

By George Takei, Justin Eisinger, Steven Scott, Harmony Becker (Illustrator)

A boy's childhood unfolds in WWII American camps, questioning identity and resilience.

204 pages· 12,726 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 56,895 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2020

Corazon Aquino

A shy child becomes a leader, toppling a dictator to restore democracy.

32 pages· 470 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 205 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Presents a Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo

A lonely bunny's life changes when he finds love and challenges norms.

34 pages· 991 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.6/5 Goodreads · 17,936 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1863

The Gettysburg Address

Experience the enduring power of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address through striking illustrations.

32 pages· 243 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 7,756 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 14–17 · 2021

The Hill We Climb

A young poet's call for unity and healing stirs a nation.

29 pages· 710 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 36,116 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004

Ancient Greece and the Olympics

Uncover ancient Olympic secrets with Jack and Annie's fact-finding adventure.

119 pages· 5,821 words· Est. 49 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,400 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2020

You Call This Democracy?

Can young people fix America's flawed democracy?

288 pages· 44,386 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 329 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2002

We the Kids

Discover the humor and meaning behind the Preamble to the Constitution.

32 pages· 52 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 710 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Free for You and Me

By Christy Mihaly, Manu Montoya (Illustrator)

Explore the five freedoms of the First Amendment and their impact on daily life.

32 pages
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 92 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1993

The Berenstain Bears and the Red-Handed Thief

Lockers are being broken into, but the culprits aren't who they seem.

102 pages· 9,050 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 197 ratings
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Democracy Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about democracy for preschool and elementary-age readers.

One Vote, Two Votes, I Vote, You Vote

Ages 4–9 · 2016

Discover the basics of voting and democracy with a whimsical guide for young readers.

The Story of the White House

Ages 4–8 · 1991

Uncover secrets of the White House and its residents.

Democracy for Dinosaurs

Ages 6–9 · 2020

Dinosaurs teach kids the values of democracy and good citizenship.

The U.S. Constitution

Ages 5–7 · 2006

Witness the birth of a nation as a new set of rules is forged.

Americans

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Explore the essence of American unity amidst diversity.

George Washington: The First President

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Discover how a war hero became America's first president and a wise leader.

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