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Name: Soup for President
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)
Author: Robert Newton Peck

📘 Soup for President by Robert Newton Peck

Soup for President follows Soup, a young student, as he declares candidacy for class president in a small Vermont town. With the help of his determined friend Rob, Soup learns the ropes of campaigning, the value of friendship, and the challenges of standing up for what he believes in. The book captures the everyday adventures of childhood political ambition, highlighting the simplicity and warmth of small-town America while encouraging readers to think about leadership, teamwork, and personal growth. Through light-hearted humor and heartfelt moments, it portrays the importance of support and perseverance in pursuing one's goals.

First publish date: 1978

Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure

Authors: Robert Newton Peck

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