Thank You for Voting Young Readers' Edition: The Past, Present, and Future of Voting

A fascinating look into America's voting history that will inspire young people to get involved! This young readers' edition of Thank You for Voting , from debut author and journalist Erin Geiger Smith, presents its information in clear, interesting chapters. Broken into three sections--The Stories of How We Got the Vote, Know Before You Vote, and How to Get People to Vote--this is a book that will appeal to kids 8 to 13 who are politically engaged. But it will also help a middle grader who is more focused on just finding good resources for history and social studies reports. Voting is a privilege and a right, but it hasn't always been for many people. From the founding fathers to Jim Crow to women's suffrage to gerrymandering--and everything in between--readers will get a look at the complex history of voting and become empowered to ask BIG questions like: --What can I do to support my favorite leader? --Who can I talk to about the issues I believe in? --How can I make a difference in my community? Every citizen has the right to vote. Let each one count!