How to Vote

Students are the voters of tomorrow, so it’s important that they understand the voting process! This Grade 1 nonfiction reader encourages students to study candidates, ask questions, and someday cast their votes.

How to Vote

• Explains how voting works and emphasizes the importance of being an informed voter
• Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will get students invested
• Covers key concepts such as democracy and civic duty in an easy-to-follow way
• Includes vibrant images, interactive discussion questions, and a “Civics in Action” activity designed to show students how voting works in everyday life

Voting is how individuals make their voices heard in the United States. This teacher-approved book offers important questions that students should ask themselves before selecting a candidate. The reader also explains how votes are cast and encourages students to vote leaders into office once they are able. With an illustrated fiction story, relevant images, and other helpful features, this reader will empower first grade students and help them understand an important democratic process.