A romping imagination-filled examination of the duties of the President of the United States viewed through the eyes of a child. This book would be an excellent beginning point to a study of the presidency. It brings up a number of points on the list of presidental duties from photo-ops, to baby kissing, to the president's cabinet including secretary of agriculture (Mr. Potato Head) as well as some like Secretary of Soccer. Hail to the Chief has been included--but check out the modifications. Our president even has to contend with a disaster area (her own room). A great tongue-in-cheek introduction to a serious topic.
Helpful from a teacher perspective to view it this way--certainly explains some of the answers we get on test questions!
3/22/2009
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Second. Clever title! The ever-witty Lane Smith is at his best in this one. Kids will love lines such as "A president must be diplomatic...which is why I'm not commenting on that hat (picture with hideous hat on a classmate). With references to the cabinet, secret service, and more this title is a great springboard for discussions about the presidency.
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