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Margaret Chase Smith: A Woman for President by Lynn Plourde; illustrated by David McPhail (Charlesbridge, 2008). ISBN: 978-1-58089-234-6 Politics has come upon a new day in this election year, with a Democratic presidential nomination race between an African American and a well-known woman, both running strong and inspiring campaigns and causing new members of the electorate to get actively involved in supporting these ground-breaking candidates. What a perfect year to introduce Margaret Chase Smith--the Senator from Maine and first female presidential candidate for a major party--to young readers! As the presidential race heats up this fall, you’ll want to share this fine biography with both teachers and students. The book is impeccably organized, with an enormous amount of information packed into its 32 pages without compromising its open and appealing feel. The biographical text for children appears on the left page with a portrait style illustration by McPhail accompanying it. Each page of text ends with a perfect summation of Chase’s role, in her family, in her profession, in her country. For example, “What a candidate she wasa truly historic one.” The text reads smoothly from start to finish and is loaded with important details about Smith’s life and work. As an added feature, Plourde also includes a series of a dozen timelines, from dates and facts highlighting women in U.S. politics to an extensive timeline of Smith’s life (perfect for young researchers!). The book closes with a four page in-depth biography of Smith written for adults and older readers, making it a book that extends to middle schools. Highly recommended. Look for the downloadable mock election guide on the publisher Web site as well. [Grades 3-7] ~ Toni Buzzeo, MA, MLIS Toni Buzzeo, MA, MLIS <mailto:tonibuzzeo@tonibuzzeo.com> Maine Library Media Specialist of the Year Emerita Buxton, ME 04093 http://www.tonibuzzeo.com R is for Research, illustrated by Nicole Wong (Upstart 2008) BRAND NEW! -------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note: All LM_NET postings are protected by copyright law. You can prevent most e-mail filters from deleting LM_NET postings by adding LM_NET@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU to your e-mail address book. To change your LM_NET status, e-mail to: listserv@listserv.syr.edu In the message write EITHER: 1) SIGNOFF LM_NET 2) SET LM_NET NOMAIL 3) SET LM_NET MAIL 4) SET LM_NET DIGEST * Allow for confirmation. * LM_NET Help & Information: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/ * LM_NET Archive: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/archive/ * EL-Announce with LM_NET Select: http://lm-net.info/ * LM_NET Supporters: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/ven.html * LM_NET Wiki: http://lmnet.wikispaces.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------