A Powerful Children’s Book That Teaches Kids About Voting, Equality, and Working Together

About the Book

Democracy might sound like a big word—but I Choose Democracy makes it simple, fun, and inspiring for young readers.

Through engaging rhymes and vivid illustrations, children learn what it means to have a voice, make fair rules together, and stand up for what’s right.
This story celebrates kindness, equality, and the idea that every person matters—because democracy starts with us.

Perfect for ages 5 to 9, I Choose Democracy helps children understand civic values, cooperation, and the power of fairness in everyday life.

What Kids will Learn

🗳️ What Democracy Means: Everyone has a voice and a choice.

💬 Respectful Discussion: Listening, sharing, and finding compromise.

💪 Leadership & Fairness: Working together for what’s right.

🌍 Civic Values: Equality, freedom, and responsibility.

Educational Connections

Teachers, parents, and librarians use I Choose Democracy for:

• Civics & Social Studies Lessons – voting, leadership, teamwork
• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) – empathy, communication, cooperation
• Character Education – fairness, respect, and standing up for others

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Book Details

Author	Michael Sciortino
Imprint	Dream Tree Publishing
Format	Paperback / Full-Color Picture Book
Ages	4 – 8 years
Themes	Democracy • Fairness • Leadership • Equality • Social Awareness
ISBN	(enter ISBN here)

Why Kids and Parents Love It

Children love the colorful rhymes that make big ideas easy to understand, while parents and teachers value its clear message of fairness and cooperation.
It’s the perfect tool for sparking classroom conversations about respect, community, and what it means to work together.

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