Class President

Reach for this book when you notice your child is a natural mediator, a quiet supporter, or someone who cares deeply about fairness but feels they lack the loud personality usually associated with leadership. Julio Sanchez is a thoughtful student who assumes he is just a helper, yet as his fifth grade class prepares to elect a president, his actions prove that true leadership is about service rather than status. It is a gentle, realistic school story that validates the 'quiet leader' and explores how small acts of kindness create big impact. This classic chapter book is perfect for 8 to 11 year olds navigating the social dynamics of the upper elementary classroom. Parents will appreciate how it models civic engagement and healthy competition without villainizing other children. It is an excellent choice for normalizing the idea that every person has a unique role to play in a community, and that being a good friend is often the best preparation for being a good leader.