If I Ran the Country - An introduction to politics where YOU make the decisions

Congratulations! You've just become the leader of your own country! There are a lot of decisions to be made, and not long to make them.

The good news is you've got your hands on this funny, fact-packed book, covering everything you need to know to rule effectively - no matter where in the world you are.

But it's not just about political systems, elections, climate change, justice and all those other things we hear politicians talking about. You also need to learn how to lead.

With essential life and leadership skills and tips - from teamwork, confidence and compassion to discovering who you are and what you believe in - If I Ran The Country answers all the questions most often posed by first-time top dogs like you. You'll be ruling like a pro in no time!

About the author

Rich Knight is an award-winning BBC journalist. More importantly, he is also father to two boys who ask a lot of questions. They (and the challenges he thinks their generation will have to deal with) inspired him to write If I Ran The Country - a witty guide to taking charge and getting things done.

Summary

Help children make sense of politics in this fun, smart-thinking guide that gives readers the chance to run their own country. Readers will learn how politics works, how we got here, why leadership matters, and start thinking how they could run things differently.

Foreword

Help children make sense of politics in this fun, smart-thinking guide that gives readers the chance to run their own country. Readers will learn how politics works, how we got here, why leadership matters, and start thinking how they could run things differently.

Additional text

This funny and interactive read is an entertaining way to learn about politics.

Product details

• Authors: Rich Knight, Richard Knight, Allan Sanders
• Assisted by: Allan Sanders (Illustration)
• Publisher: Wren & Rook
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 9 to 11
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.09.2021
• EAN: 9781526363725
• ISBN: 978-1-5263-6372-5
• No. of pages: 160
• Dimensions: 153 mm x 216 mm x 22 mm
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics; JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / Prejudice & Racism, People & places (Children's / Teenage), Interest age: from c 8 years, Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Racism, For National Curriculum Key Stage 2, For National Curriculum Key Stage 2 (England and Wales), For National Curriculum Key Stage 3 (England and Wales), For National Curriculum Key Stage 3