![]() ![]() I’d like to see some special needs students pictured as well.Īuthor: Kelly DiPucchio, LeUyen Pham (Illustrations) The illustrations feature students from various ethnic backgrounds, a nod to diversity. I did not receive my copy of the book in time for the tour, so my observations come from the online preview. ![]() I love that Grace is presented in a leadership role via student council this is a great way to encourage children to put themselves forward to bring change. Subtle references to current political vibes (such as referring to a female president) open the door to fresh conversations with young minds. The main character, Grace, isn’t afraid to ask questions that help her connect these concepts to familiar situations. This picture book presents the three branches of government in a colorful diagram. ![]() Many children will not have the opportunity to see Washington, at least while they’re young, so I’m grateful there are books like Grace Goes to Washington to support what they’re learning in the classroom. ![]() I had the chance to visit again a few years ago on an extended field trip with my school. My kids loved seeing the government buildings, museums, and historic monuments. One of my family’s favorite trips was our visit to Washington D.C. Post contains affiliate links if you make a purchase, I may earn commission. Disclosure: I participated in the blog tour for this book. ![]()
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