Book Pairings (3): The White House

 

It's time for another book pairing! This week's focus is political books.

Joey: Dr. Jill Biden wrote about her husband's childhood and how it put him on the path to becoming President of the United States. While this is a picture book, it's a long picture book. So it's better suited for Elementary School readers. 

Joe Biden: This is a much longer biography with lots of details about Joe Biden's childhood, the  terrible accident that tore apart his family, meeting Jill, his first run for President, and his time as Vice President. The readers will learn more details about President Biden. Just shy of 250 pages, this read is for upper Elementary School readers. 

Why the Pairing: Both books will help the reader learn more about our 46th President of the United States - depending on your age level. These books will share more about the man behind the Presidency and how his life brought him here. 

Shaking Up the House: The time for the the Lopez family in the White House is coming to a close. One sister is sad; the other sister is happy. But neither of them expect to participate in a prank war with the incoming family's children.

Exploring the White House: Have you ever wondered about the White House building itself? Here's the perfect book complete with maps, photos, and fun facts. This book covers pets, ghosts, and so much more!

Why the Pairing: In Shaking Up the White House - the characters talk about secret tunnels and different rooms. It would be great to see a map of the White House and understand all the details about working or living in the mansion. 

 

Kamala and Maya's Big Idea: These cousins do not like the idea of not being able to play in the courtyard of the apartment complex. They feel they could turn it into a playground but the owner of the building doesn't agree. That doesn't stop them. 

Who is Kamala Harris?: This book is shorter than the rest of the series (because Kamala Harris is still alive). But it's full of information about her life before she became Vice President. 

Why the Pairing: It's fun to read a story about Kamala Harris when she's younger and compare that to her political life. 

 

Michelle Obama: This is an introduction to Michelle Obama. It's short and sweet, but it highlights the important information.

Reach Higher: This is a photo book of Michelle Obama and her time in the White House. It's fun to see so many different part of her life as First Lady and all the people she touched during those eight years. The pictures make this a perfect book to share. 

Why the Pairing: These two books highlight a very important life. It's nice for a little background information before viewing all the pictures.