Bound To Stay Bound

School Library Journal - 04/12/2024 Gr 1–5—An accessible introduction to voting—what it is, how you do it, and why it is important. Using kid-friendly examples, such as voting for a class pet, this informational text celebrates the right to vote and the importance of being an informed voter. And even if the vote doesn't result in the desired effect, each vote is important. Voting often means choosing the leaders that believe in what you believe. Even if readers are not eligible to vote, they can still learn about the candidates and share what they learned with voting adults. Kids can then accompany adults to their voting stations and even get a sticker that says "I voted!" The pencil-like, mixed media illustrations are spare with lots of white space and a limited palette of mostly red and blue. Back matter includes kid-friendly descriptions of the branches in the federal government, discussions on how local governments are organized, and ways that those not old enough to vote can still participate in elections. Further reading resources are also featured, but all of the selections are in English.VERDICT An excellent, Spanish-language choice for the elementary civics curriculum, especially leading up to the election season, that can be used for read-alouds or independent reading.—Melanie Ortega - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.

Booklist - 01/17/2024 In this Spanish translation of the original 2020 title, a narrator shares with young readers just how simple it is to vote. Numerous scenarios are proposed that help demystify the process. In fact, it is as simple as identifying the things that you like most. What is your favorite fruit? Or your favorite crayon? But there are methods to winning, and those involve getting involved. Tell everyone about it, get their cooperation, and talk to those with opposing views . . . you may change their opinion, or they may change yours! And when it is time to vote, vote! Similarly, adults vote for government leaders, and the winners shape our lives. This informative read that puts voting in terms young ones can understand emphasizes that the best way to decide who to vote for is by listening, reading, talking, and inquiring. Bloch's minimalist illustrations in a red, white, and blue palette add levity, and additional facts at the end of the book cover U.S. government structure, voting requirements, and ways little ones can get involved, even if they're not yet old enough to vote. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.