Fergus and Zeke for President: Candlewick Sparks

“The kids—and the use of historical and presidential facts—are a backdrop to the engaging storyline. . . . A wholesome, solid story with fun characters.”—Kirkus ReviewsIt’s Presidents’ Day, and all the students in Miss Maxwell’s classroom are choosing their special projects. Classroom pets Fergus and Zeke want to participate, too! Zeke appoints himself president of their cage. But the power goes a bit to his head, and his “leading” and “supervising” leave Fergus to do all the work. Will these two mice be able to agree on what makes a good president—and a good friend—in time to turn in their project with the rest of the class? Humorously illustrated and sprinkled with presidential trivia, this fifth title in the delightful series is a winning candidate. Read more