Families who loved Heidi Heckelbeck for Class President by Wanda Coven often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is feeling the sting of a social rivalry or needs to find the courage to stand up for their ideas in a group setting. It is particularly helpful for kids who are learning how to handle 'big personalities' like the school bully or those who struggle with performance anxiety. In this installment, Heidi decides to run for class president to make positive changes, but she must face off against her nemesis, Melanie Maplethorpe. While Heidi has magical secrets, she realizes that winning fairly and staying true to her values is more important than using a shortcut. It is a gentle, relatable story for early elementary readers that highlights the importance of integrity, friendship, and civic engagement.
