Library kids are invited to join “Books Get Our Vote”! They can vote for a book character for president and while learning about literature and democracy. Ballots will be available at all of our branch locations from October 21 to November 5. On November 6, we will announce whom the children of the municipality have chosen as their book character president! Special 'I Voted' stickers will be available.
The Winner:
Thanks to everyone who voted across the city for our candidates. After all the votes were counted, the winner is.... The Pigeon!
The Candidates:
- Ada Twist from Ada Twist, Scientist. Ada is a curious child and born scientist who aspires to discover the truth about absolutely everything!
- Matilda Wormwood from Matilda. Matilda is brave and confident with a keen sense of justice. She uses her skills to right the wrongs in her life and the lives of her loved ones.
- Mercy Watson from Mercy Watson to the Rescue and more. Mercy is a pig who loves hot, buttered toast and her friends and family.
- Percy Jackson from Percy Jackson & The Olympians. Percy is a strong leader who listens to everyone and makes sure that everyone gets a chance to use their personal strengths.
- The Pigeon from The Pigeon series. The Pigeon is silly. The Pigeon is grumpy. The Pigeon is persistent. The Pigeon is... persuasive?
- (or choose a write-in candidate)
Fun, social, and shareable stuff!
- Like the Facebook event!
- Watch a playlist of our videos about the candidates!
For more information, please email Samantha Blanquart, Youth Services Coordinator, at samantha.blanquart@anchorageak.gov