Book reviews contributed by participating librarians throughout the Santiago Library System

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Amelia Bedelia's First Vote, by Herman Parish

Illustrated by Lynn Avril

Rating: Recommended
Greenwillow, 2012, $16.99
ISBN: 978-0-06-209406-3
Age/Grade Level: 6-8 years

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Amelia Bedelia returns to the classroom as a busy young lady who runs errands for Miss Edwards, and runs into "Mr. K," the principal.  When Amelia suggests that the kids in her class VOTE on the school rules, Mr. K. agrees.  Students learn the process of casting a ballot, dealing with a tie vote, and its solution.  Everyone is delighted with the school rule that gets the most votes, including Miss Edwards and Mr. K.  A totally upbeat, delightful story.

Reviewer:  Jane Yarbrough, Library Consultant