Books with title Running for Public Office

Find out just what it takes to run for office in the United States. Also learn about campaigning and how elections work.A True Book: Civics series helps children become productive citizens by presenting core civic knowledge in a fun and engaging way. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study. From small town mayors to the men and women of the U.S. congress, all public officials play important roles in the nation's government.

Mommy's Running for Office tells a tale of two brothers whose mother is running for local office. This book is perfect for elementary school children to help them begin to understand the electoral process and the importance of everyone taking part in the process."This short chapter book for children provides an engaging and informative introduction to the electoral process through the eyes of a young boy who helps his mother run for office." - Clare Hodgson Meeker, author of Partner in Revolution: Abigail Adams, Lootas Little Wave Eater, Hansa: The True Story of an Asian Elephant Baby, National Geographic Kids' Rhino Rescue, and several other children's books."As the mother of young children and Delegate in the state legislature, I highly recommend this book. Whether you are a mother seeking public office or simply want your children to know about running for office, this book gives ideas to help you involve children in the democratic process."- Delegate Debra Rodman, Virginia House of Delegates