Back To School Gift Guide: Hachette Children’s Books
I wanted to share 7 children’s books from Hachette Books I received in exchange for a spot in our Back To School Gift Guide. I also would like to let you know you can see a review for each of the books here at TheMommiesReviews.com.
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History By Vashti Harrison
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
Meet the little leaders. They’re brave. They’re bold. They changed the world.
Featuring 40 trailblazing black women in history, this book educates and inspires as it relates true stories of women who broke boundaries and exceeded all expectations, including:
Nurse Mary Seacole
Politician Diane Abbott
Mathematician Katherine Johnson
Singer Shirley Bassey
Bestselling author and artist Vashti Harrison pairs captivating text and beautiful illustrations as she tells the stories of both iconic and lesser-known female figures. Among these biographies, readers will find heroes, role models, and everyday women who did extraordinary things.
Grace for President By Kelly DiPucchio Illustrated by LeUyen Pham
An inspiring and fun New York Times bestseller about elections and why every vote counts—from award-winning duo Kelly DiPucchio and LeUyen Pham.
When Grace’s teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace decides she wants to be the nation’s first and jumpstarts her political career by running in her school’s mock election! The race is tougher than she expected: her opponent is popular soccer captain Thomas. When Grace comes up with a campaign slogan, Thomas comes up with his own. When Grace makes a list of campaign promises, Thomas makes one, too. She makes posters and buttons…and so does he. This just makes her more determined than ever, so when her opponent claims to be the “best man for the job”—and seems to have captured all the boys’ votes—Grace decides the only thing to do is prove that she’s the best person for the job!
This story not only gives young readers an accessible introduction to the American electoral system, but also teaches the importance of hard work and the power of a single voice. An inspiring example of how to choose our leaders!
Michelle’s Garden How The First Lady Planted Seeds of Change By Sheree Miller
From an acclaimed author and illustrator: Enjoy this tribute to Former First Lady Michelle Obama and her contributions to building the healthy future that America’s children deserve.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama had an idea. A big, inspiring, and exciting idea! She would grow the largest kitchen garden ever at the White House. This wouldn’t be easy, since she’d never gardened before: Where should she start? What tools did she need? What would she plant?
Everyone needs help when they’re learning something for the first time, even the first lady of the United States. So she gathered the help of local students, the White House staff, and even President Barack Obama. Together, they wouldn’t just grow a garden—they would inspire a nation!
Madam President by Lane Smith
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
A is for Ambitious By Meena Harris Illustrated by Marissa Valdez
The awesome, bold, charming, and decidedly ambitious new picture book by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Ambitious Girl, Meena Harris, is also a must-have ABC book.
The #1 bestselling team behind Ambitious Girl is back to take AG on a new adventure. A is for ambitious—and so much more in this fun and empowering picture book that reclaims words often used to undermine girls and women from A to Z. When they’re ready to take on the world, ambitious readers will have the vocabulary to do so.
This book offers ambitious children everywhere inspiration as they pursue their goals and dreams. With a powerful message for us all, this is a perfect read aloud for showing children the power of words.
Ambitious Girl By Meena Harris Illustrated by Marissa Valdez
INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!
INSTANT #1 INDIEBOUND BESTSELLER!
Anyone who’s ever been underestimated or overshadowed will find inspiration in this empowering picture book from Meena Harris, New York Times-bestselling author of Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea.
When a young girl sees a strong woman on TV labeled as “too assertive” and “too ambitious,” it sends her on a journey of discovery through past, present, and future about the challenges faced by women and girls and the ways in which they can reframe, redefine, and reclaim words meant to knock them down.
As Ambitious Girl says:
No “too that” or “too this”
will stop what’s inside us from flowering.
From now on, when I hear “too that” or “too this”
I won’t mind—it’s empowering!
Ida B. Wells marches For The Vote By Dinah Johnson Illustrated by Jerry Jordan
Causes: women’s suffrage.” —Booklist
“A tribute to a tireless African American journalist and crusader for social justice.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Johnson writes with the conviction of Ida B. Wells and her inherent beliefs about right and wrong…. Until her name is as familiar as Abraham Lincoln’s, we can’t have too many books about Wells.” —School Library Journal
“An account of one woman’s courageous acts.” —Publishers Weekly
A stunning picture book biography about the early life of Ida B. Wells, her incredible work as a suffragist, and her critical role in the Women’s March of 1913.
Ida B. Wells grew up during a time when women did not have the right to vote. But Ida aspired for equality; she had learned from her parents to forge a life through hope and bravery, so she worked tirelessly to fight for an America that was fair to everyone regardless of race and gender. Her courageous activism made her one of the most influential civil rights leaders in American history. Here is Ida’s story with a specific spotlight on her fearless role in the Women’s March of 1913.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
