Books About Elections and Voting
Last updated: July 17, 2025
Whether it's a tale of a campaign for student council or a nonfiction account of the struggle for the right to vote in the United States, the books on this list show how politics and democracy work. From picture books with animals as the politicos to nonfiction accounts of brave and committed leaders, these books will engage and inform kids and teens about elections and voting. For more stories about people who stood up for their beliefs and took action, check out our Books to Inspire Young Activists and Civil Rights Books.
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