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Secretary of State and Democratic Presidential nominee Hillary Rodham Clinton’s first book for young readers, inspired by her New York Times bestselling book It Takes a Village, illustrated by two-time Caldecott Honor recipient Marla Frazee.

Inspired by the themes of her classic bestselling book It Takes a Village, Secretary of State and Democratic Presidential nominee Hillary Rodham Clinton’s first picture book tells a heartwarming and universal story of how a community coming together can make a difference. All kinds of people working together, playing together, and living together makes their village a better place and many villages coming together can make a better world.

About The Author

Photograph by Joe McNally

Hillary Rodham Clinton is the first woman in US history to become the presidential nominee of a major political party. She served as the 67th Secretary of State after nearly four decades in public service advocating on behalf of children and families as an attorney, First Lady, and US Senator. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, and author of seven previous books, all published by Simon & Schuster.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's UK (September 12, 2017)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781471166976
  • Ages: 2 and up

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Raves and Reviews

"“It Takes a Village offers a universal, unifying message. It captures perfectly Clinton’s vision of a multicultural America working toward a constructive goal. So hopeful and forward-looking." The Washington Post

– Washington Post, September 7, 2017

"Inspired by her 2006 book of hte same name, Clinton's unadorned text celebrates how civic spirit emerges ... Most of hte storytelling is found in Frazee's delicately textured images, which exude energy, hope and emotional authenticiy." Publishers Weekly

– Publishers Weekly

"Clinton's new picture book illustrates the power of cooperation and collaboration. Featuring gorgeous illustrations by two-time Caldecott Honor recipient Marla Frazee..." Bustle

– Bustle, August 30, 2017

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