I wanted to share a new children’s book with you Madam President by Lane Smith (Author, Illustrator). I received a physical copy of the book in exchange for this review. Inside this post is my affiliate links. If you click on the links and make a purchase I will make a small percentage off the items you purchase.
I thought we could prepare our children as our Country prepares for the upcoming Election and we have a women in the Election this year. I wish you could see the cover of the book with the little girl standing in a circle of leaves that is a circle with the Flag behind her back and her hand over her heart.
The little girl imagines what her day would be like if she were Madam President. She would have to give executive orders. Babies to kiss which Charlie said would be yucky. Tuna Casseroles to decline and so much more.
As we all know a President has many duties which we learn about it in Madame President. If Charlie and David were President they said they would veto the photo ops she said she had to have shot. What about you?
Also, they are not going to attend Funerals even though she said we should. How about you? Then we learn about her cabinet she picked out and Charlie had fun picking his out as well. As you can see Madam President would have been a fun book to have read in our #Homeschool Classes when we studied government and the President.
The illustrations in Madam President will keep you on your toes at all times. We liked seeing all the items she used for her Cabinet including her Gold Fish who because Sectary of Undersea Exploration Bradley said he would like to do. The Author taught us what offices the President holds including head of Stated and fearless leader along with Big Cheese. Which I don’t really think is true. Do you?
There is so much more to learn from Madam President including the song “Hail to the Chef” but I’m not going to tell you what it is because I believe you should purchase a copy of the book to share with your friends and family. With children going back to school soon don’t forget to pick up a copy of the book for there teacher.
About the book: Madam President
New York Times bestselling author-illustrator and Caldecott Honor-winner Lane Smith offers an entertaining and empowering vision of a strong girl in power, perfect for election season and year-round!
“This funny romp delivers a hefty message for today’s girls: The White House is yours for the taking,” says Kirkus Reviews of Madam President. A confident little girl imagines what her day would be like if she ran the country: There would be executive orders to give, babies to kiss, tuna casseroles to veto, and so much more! Not to mention that recess would definitely require more security.
With deadpan wit and hilarious illustrations, best-selling picture book creator Lane Smith introduces readers to an unforgettable new character.
* “Blends message with medium for maximum delight… Hail to the chief!” — School Library Journal, starred review
* “In this sly, witty recitation of a president’s responsibilities, a ponytailed girl has the list down pat: give executive orders (to her cat); negotiate treaties (between said cat and dog); kiss babies: and veto, veto, veto.” — Booklist, starred review
“A must-have title that will unite both sides of the (lunchroom) aisle.” — The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
Meet the Author: Lane Smith
Lane Smith is the author/illustrator of several award-winning books for children. He is the Kate Greenaway medal winner for There Is a Tribe of Kids (2017) and the two-time Caldecott Honor winner for Grandpa Green (2012) and The Stinky Cheese Man (1993).
Five of his books have won the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Award and several of his books, including It’s a Book, John, Paul George & Ben and Madam President have been New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestsellers.
Mr. Smith has illustrated works by Roald Dahl, Dr. Seuss, George Saunders, Bob Shea, Judith Viorst, Dave Eggers, Jory John, Florence Parry Heide, Jack Prelutsky and Eve Merriam. Some of his most popular books are with frequent collaborator, Jon Scieszka. Mr. Smith lives in Connecticut with his wife Molly Leach, an award-winning graphic designer. LaneSmithBooks.com
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
