The President of the Jungle -- André Rodrigues, Hardcover

In this fabulous and funny introduction to how elections work, the animals decide they are tired of their king and that it is time to vote for a president.

Lion may be King of the jungle, but lately he only seems to care about himself. His subjects are fed up, so they decide to try something new--hold an election Once Owl explains the rules, the fun begins, and Snake, Sloth, and Monkey all announce they will be candidates. But oh no, Lion is going to run too It's a wild campaign season as the animals hold rallies, debate, and even take a selfie or two, trying to prove why they'd make the best president of the jungle.

This funny, non-partisan story features lively illustrations, a helpful glossary, and colorful characters who have an infectious enthusiasm for the election process.

Author: André Rodrigues, Larissa Ribeiro, Paula Desgualdo
Publisher: Nancy Paulsen Books
Published: 01/07/2020
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 10.30h x 10.10w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781984814746
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.3
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 510857 / President of the Jungle


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 10/01/2019 pg. 104
Booklist 11/01/2019 pg. 58
Publishers Weekly 11/25/2019
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 12/01/2019
School Library Journal 12/01/2019 pg. 73

About the Author
Paulo Desgualdo, a journalist working on a master's degree in education, writes for children and in the areas of health, education, and culture.

Pedro Markun, a hacker and an activist for transparency and open data, writes books and designs games that help adults and children talk about politics.

André Rodrigues, a graphic designer, aims to connect his work with social and cultural causes related to minority rights, mobility, the environment, and education.

Larissa Ribeiro is a graphic artist, children's book illustrator, and cofounder of AzMina magazine and Mulheres Ilustradoras, a directory of professional women illustrators.