Synopses & Reviews
Using witty anecdotes and clear explanations, acclaimed writer Susan E. Goodman takes readers from the birth of democracy to the Electoral College; from front porch campaigning to hanging chads. Its all here, spiced up with Elwood Smiths witty illustrations, hilarious sidebars, photographs, and solid back matter. Its a landslide victory: See How They Run stands above the rest as the most accessible, informative, and enjoyable election book on the market.
Synopsis
The presidential elections are everywhere-in the media, in classrooms, in Iowa and New Hampshire But do you really know how the whole confusing process works? Here is an opportunity not only to learn about the ever-elusive electoral college and how to recognize cockamamie campaign promises, but also to enjoy some of the funniest stories ever told about the birth of our great democracy (in other words, our fumbling founding forefathers).
See How They Run makes learning about the election process enlightening, enriching, and never boring For the home, for the classroom, for kids and adults, this is the book every reader (and future voter) must have to understand our country's most important decision-making process.
About the Author
The author of dozens of books for kids, Susan Goodman publishes widely on a variety of topics. She lives in Boston, and teaches at Tufts and Lesley. www.susangoodmanbooks.com
Elwood Smith works and lives in Rhinebeck, New York. His retro style is admired by many. He has illustrated several books for children. www.elwoodsmith.com