Author: Doreen Cronin
Illustrator: Betsy Lewin
Published by: Scholastic Inc., 2004
Genre: Animal Fantasy
Primary Character: Duck
Secondary Character: Farmer
Primary Character: Duck
Secondary Character: Farmer
Themes: Civics and Government, Democracy;Jobs, Careers and Work
From National Best-Seller Doreen Cronin, comes the book Duck for President a fun book about Duck who began his days in a humble pond on a farm. He tires of the mundane and methodically day to day responsibilities he is assigned by the farmer. Duck decides he can do a better job being a farmer and decides to hold an election for the new farmer in control of the farm! This election is just beginning for Duck as he quickly sets his sights on larger roles in the community. Although each of the positions Duck is interested in are very appealing he quickly desires a change. Where will Duck end up??? Grab a copy today and journey through life with Duck!
Duck for President is recommended for grades K-2 and would a great addition to your curriculum of Government and Economy. It could also be used to support self-esteem and a lesson in respecting others.
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