Election Day: Ready-to-Read Level 1 (Robin Hill School)
#5 of 235 in Robin Hill School Series
What’s inside...
Beginning readers will love joining Mrs. Connor's classroom as they vote on a new class president! Today is election day in Mrs. Connor's class. The students will listen to speeches and vote for a new class president. Today is also Becky's first day at Robin Hill School. She thinks she would make a great class president, but she's new and has no friends yet. When Becky takes a chance and makes a speech, the whole class is surprised by the winner!
Character compass
Katie
Mrs. Connor
Veronica
Discussion points
Why do you think it's important for everyone to vote?
What would you do if you were in charge of helping people vote in school like the kids in the book?
How did the characters feel about voting, and why do you think they felt that way?
If you could vote on something at school or home, what would it be and why?
What can we do together to learn more about how voting works in our community?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own experiences or thoughts about voting to make the topic more relatable.
Encourage your child to draw a picture of what their ideal voting booth would look like, using details from the book.
Help your child connect the story to real-life by discussing upcoming elections or visits to polling stations.
Praise your child for expressing their thoughts and ideas about the book to promote confidence in expressing their opinions.
Consider role-playing a mini-election based on favorite family activities or meals to bring the concept of voting to life in a fun and engaging way.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of Democracy
Explanation: The story introduces children to the concept of voting and decision-making in a school setting, teaching them how democratic processes work.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of participating in group decisions, understanding that their opinions matter, whether it's in choosing a class activity or electing a student representative.
Example Lesson: Importance of Fairness
Explanation: Through the election process at Robin Hill School, children see the fairness in taking turns and having an equal say, regardless of the outcome.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children apply principles of fairness in everyday interactions with peers, such as sharing toys or taking turns in games.
Example Lesson: Understanding Different Perspectives
Explanation: As different students campaign for what they believe is the best choice, readers see multiple viewpoints and learn that differing opinions are valuable.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to listen to and respect different opinions in group settings, enhancing social skills and empathy.
Example Lesson: Responsibility of Choices
Explanation: The election outcome teaches children that their choices have consequences and that they should think carefully when making decisions.
Real-World Application: This can be applied to personal responsibilities such as homework, chores, or in making thoughtful choices with friends.