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 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"Download and start listening now!
"Best book from last week's trip to the library. Our main character dreams of being President and spends her day imagining what it will be like and practicing for the future. This includes keeping the peace and negotiating treaties on the playground and appointing a cabinet made up of her favorite toys. I am generally in love with books that tell little girls that they can grow up to be anything and this is definitely one to add to that shelf."
— Megan (5 out of 5 stars)
“A sly, witty recitation of a president’s responsibilities…Although there’s some winking at adults, this book is very much for kids, who might even come away having learned a bit about presidential duties.”
— Booklist (starred review)" For my Children's Literature class: I thought this book was really cute and absolutely fell in love with it. If I end up teaching a lower grade, I would love to pull this in as a read-aloud somewhere. "
— Kelly, 1/18/2014" I really enjoyed this book about a girl imagining what it would be like to be the President. There is some humor in this book that some of my younger elementary students didn't get, so I would use this as a cool introduction to the Presidency with upper elementary students in grades 4-5. "
— Jen, 10/31/2013" A bit disappointing (I expected more!) but cute nonetheless "
— K, 10/18/2013" Lane Smith is always a hoot! This book is a great way to introduce young kids to the roll of the president, while cracking them up. FUN! "
— Marie, 10/5/2013" Would have given it another star if the character hadn't rejected Little House on the Prairie with such vehement & multitudinous veto's. Don't knock Little House! :) "
— donewithdora, 9/25/2013" Very sweet! Hope to see a Madam President in my lifetime! "
— Pauline, 9/20/2013" A young girl imagines her life to being the president. Cute picture book. "
— Cindy, 9/1/2013" This was a good book! The artwork was great and looked to be a mixture of mediums. I enjoyed the idea of "Madam President." However, it was less of a story and more of a list of responsibilities. This would be a good introduction for kids to learn about the responsibilities of the President. "
— Samantha, 8/16/2013" I loved this book! What a cute way to teach kids about the president and his/her duties. I laughed out loud at a few parts -- especially the Secret Service agent hiding in the park -- and loved that this book introduces kids to challenging but useful vocabulary. The pictures are also amazing! "
— Anna, 7/18/2013" Great take on a child-president with Lane's trademark humorous illustrations. This is one of those "funnier-to-adults-than-kids" books but any child with even a slight interest in presidents and their job will probably enjoy this. "
— Beth, 6/13/2013" This is a very cute story! It gives descriptions of president's duties in a funny way. I liked the lay out of the book. "
— Dianne, 4/1/2013