Written by Dave Eggers and Illustrated by Shawn Harris
Time Magazine Top 10 Book of the Year
WSRA Picture This! List selection
Illinois Reads K-2 list selection
★ "This must-have book distills the fundamentals of citizenship into easy-to-digest concepts and emphasizes the importance of caring for others, accepting differences, and taking action to initiate positive change." —School Library Journal, Starred Review
"Obligatory reading for future informed citizens." —The New York Times
"Eggers's narration is. never less than stirring. Harris's illustrations. beautifully embody the messy realities and exciting potential of the civic enterprise." —Publishers Weekly
"Eggers displays how citizens, even young ones (and even a bear!), can contribute to society. Harris' inclusive collages vibrantly depict a world of different types of citizens. This is also a book that adults will take something away from, especially in the midst of our current divisive politics." —Booklist
“An elegant and affecting book about civic engagement for a world that really needs it.” —Carson Ellis, Caldecott Honor–winning creator
“A playful, joyful 52-page rallying cry.” —Mac Barnett, bestselling picture book author