Read with Me is an initiative to showcase civically-minded children’s books and foster a lifelong love of learning. Inspired by contemporary discussions surrounding explicit materials, this series provides an age-appropriate alternative for families.
Book Selection Criteria
Age-Appropriate for grade school readers
Teaches civics, government, and/or history in a non-partisan way
Preference given to books with a New Hampshire connection
Amazing Americans Series: Showcases the lives of Americans who have positively impacted history.
Season 3
Amazing Americans: Frederick Douglass
Amazing Americans: Johnny Appleseed
Together we will learn that small deeds can have a big impact in the lives of others. Author: Esmé Codell Illustrator: Lynne Rae Perkins
Amazing Americans: John and Abigail Adams
Together we will learn about the American Revolution, a prominent Founding Father, and his devoted wife. Authors: David A. Adler and Michael S. Adler Illustrator: Ronald Himler
Amazing Americans: Amelia Earhart
Together we will learn the inspiring story of Earhart’s life, trans-Atlantic flight, and mysterious disappearance. Author/Illustrator: Don McLeese
Season 2
The Berenstain Bears: God Bless Our Country
Together we will learn about the Fourth of July through the lens of the Bear Family cubs. Author/Illustrator: Mike Berenstain
The Cat in the Hat: If I Had Your Vote
Together we will learn about voting with this fun story. It rhymes too! Author: Dr. Seuss
Arthur Meets the President
Together we will learn to overcome stage freight on a cartoon tour of Washington DC. Author: Marc Brown
American Holidays: Presidents’ Day
Together we will learn about ballots, write-in votes, and democracy. Authors: Margret and H. A. Reys
Good Night New Hampshire
Together we will learn some of New Hampshire’s state symbols and historic places. Authors: Adam Gamble and Mark Jasper
Primary Numbers
Together we will learn to count by ones and tens while highlighting fun things to do in our beloved Granite State. Author: Marie Harris Illustrator: Karen Busch Holman
Madeline At The White House
Together we will learn about Washington DC and some of America’s landmarks. Author/Illustrator: John Bemelmans Marciano
Season 1
The Story Of Our Constitution
Together we will learn about the Founding Fathers and the Bill of Rights. Authors: Betsy and Giulio Maestro
Go, Go America!
Together we will learn about New Hampshire history and fun facts. Author: Dan Yaccarino
Duck For President
Together we will learn about elections, campaigns, and recounts. Author: Doreen Cronin Illustrator: Betsy Lewin
Amelia Bedelia’s First Vote
Together we will learn about elections, recounts, absentee ballots, and swing votes. Author: Herman Parish Illustrator: Lynne Avril
McDonnell For Salem 