Description

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This witty, nonpartisan book helps explain the concept of voting to the youngest readers.

I Voted explains the concept of choosing, individually, and as a group, from making a simple choice: "Which do you like better, apples or oranges?", to selecting a class pet, to even more complicated decisions, like electing community representatives. 

You may not always get want you want, but there are strategies to better your odds! 

Serge Bloch's effortless and charming illustrations paired with Mark Shulman's funny and timely text create a perfect resource for discussing current events with your children. This Spanish-language edition ensures crucial learning is accessible for all our future voters. 

Now with added information about mail-in voting! Backmatter includes information about the United States electoral process.

About the Author

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Mark Shulman has authored over 150 books, including the picture book Mom and Dad are Palindromes. His debut novel Scrawl was an ALA/YALSA pick for Best Fiction for Young Adults title. Shulman lives in New York City.

Serge Bloch is a Society of Illustrators Gold Medal winner and the recipient of France's Baobab Award. He illustrated Susie Morgenstern's A Book of Coupons, named an ALA Batchelder Honor Book, and has written and illustrated numerous books for children and young adults including One Proud Penny written by Randy Siegel. He lives in Paris.

Praise For…

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"This informative read that puts voting in terms young ones can understand emphasizes that the best way to decide who to vote for is by listening, reading, talking, and inquiring. Bloch's minimalist illustrations in a red, white, and blue palette add levity. . ."—Booklist