Young Hoosier Book Award nominee for the school year 2008 -2009, Mom for Mayor by Nancy Edwards introduces the intermediate grade child to politics and elections.
When Eric sees the “For Sale” signs at the neighborhood park and baseball field, he decides that he must do something to save his favorite park. To make matters worse it is know it all Caitlyn’s uncle, the mayor, who is responsible.
So, fifth grade student Eric, and his best friend Jonathan set out to get Eric’s mom elected mayor. Eric and Jonathan are so busy getting petitions signed and printing up posters that they forget to inform the candidate. Eventually Eric’s mother decides to follow through with Eric’s plan and run for city council. Even though Eric’s primary goal is to save the park, he begins to realize that politics, politicians, and local issues are more complicated then they first appear.
In an authors note, Nancy Edwards explains that the election process in Mom for Mayor reflects the City Council elections in her hometown in Michigan. The public votes for seven city council members, the top vote-getter is then chosen by the council to be mayor. This entertaining Young Hoosier nominee for children grades 4 – 6 will bring attention to local elections and encourage those that have political ambitions.
M. Churley
Lake Station-New Chicago Branch
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