Election Day (Ready-to-Read. Level 1)
#5 of 235 in Robin Hill School Series
What’s inside...
On Becky's first day at a new school, she finds that she has a chance to run for class president. Beginning readers will love joining Mrs. Connor's classroom as they vote on a new class president! While attending her very first day at her new school, Becky takes an interest in the elections for class president being held and so decides to make a speech of her own, winning her great respect and the presidency itself! Simultaneous.
Discussion points
Why do you think voting is important in the story?
How do the characters in the book feel about Election Day?
What would you do if you were in charge of making rules at school?
How can making a decision with others be different from deciding something by yourself?
Can you think of a time when you helped make a decision in a group? How did it go?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by explaining the concept of voting and elections in simple terms, emphasizing its importance in making group decisions.
While reading, pause at key moments to ask your child how they feel about the events in the story and relate them to real-life scenarios at home or school.
Encourage your child to think about how they can participate in family or classroom decisions, just like the characters in the book.
After reading, have a mock election about a fun family decision, like choosing a movie to watch, to put the book's themes into practice.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of voting
Explanation: In 'Election Day', the story revolves around a class election for class president, introducing young readers to the concept of voting and its significance in decision-making.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in classroom decisions or family votes, understanding the value of their voice and opinion in collective choices.
Example Lesson: Responsibility of leadership
Explanation: The characters in the book campaign for different roles, showcasing the responsibilities and duties that come with being a leader.
Real-World Application: This can translate to children taking on leadership roles in small group activities or team sports, learning to manage tasks and lead by example.
Example Lesson: Fairness in competition
Explanation: As the characters compete for class president, the book highlights the importance of fairness and honesty in any competition.
Real-World Application: Children learn to apply fairness in play and school activities, ensuring equal opportunities for their peers and respecting the rules of games.
Example Lesson: Respecting differing opinions
Explanation: The book portrays multiple characters who have different views and ideas for their class, teaching children to respect and listen to different opinions.
Real-World Application: This helps children in their interactions with friends and in group discussions, promoting empathy and understanding towards differing viewpoints.
Example Lesson: The impact of collective decisions
Explanation: Through the election process, the book illustrates how group decisions have a lasting impact on everyone in the class.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of thoughtful decision-making in groups, whether it's in choosing a game to play or solving a problem together, emphasizing the long-term effects of their choices.