La démocratie : en BD – French Children’s Book | Ages 8-11 (Grades 3-6)

Max and Nadia decide to run the most amazing campaign their class has ever seen—only to realize that democracy isn’t just about voting, it’s about understanding, participating, and making voices heard.

Story highlights

• A lively graphic-novel style introduction to democracy, politics and civic participation for younger readers.

• Follows Max and Nadia through campaign posters, debates, elections—making big topics fun and accessible.

• Clear French text paired with bold illustrations to help children grasp the idea of democracy from the ground up.

• Perfect for both classroom use and independent reading by children starting to explore social studies.

Perfect for

• Curious children ages 8-11 who want to understand how democracy works in a fun, visual way.

• Families and bilingual households looking for French-language nonfiction that engages young readers.

• Teachers, homeschoolers or club leaders focused on civics, social-emotional learning or understanding how society functions.

• Gift-givers seeking a unique French graphic-novel-style book that introduces young readers to citizenship and participation.

Product details

• Title: La démocratie : en BD

• Author: Nathalie Loiseau

• Illustrator: Aki

• Publisher: Casterman – Collection Le monde actuel en BD

• Format: Hardcover / Cartonné, 48 pages (approximate)

• Dimensions: approximately 20.3 × 27.2 cm

• Publication date: 04 January 2017

• ISBN: 978-2-203-13233-7

• Language: French

Educational value

• Introduces French vocabulary tied to society, politics, voting, rights and responsibilities.

• Encourages critical thinking, discussion and questioning about how decisions are made and who participates.

• Supports bilingual learners exploring nonfiction in French and linking with real-world topics.

• Suitable for social-studies units, civics discussions or reading groups interested in democracy, community and participation.

LA DÉMOCRATIE, tout le monde en parle, tout le monde est pour. Mais au fait, QU'EST-CE QUE C'EST ? LA POLITIQUE, tout le monde en parle, tout le monde s'en plaint. Mais alors, QUE FAIT-ON ? C'est décidé : Max et Nadia seront les prochains délégués de la 6e B ! Et pour ça, ils vont préparer la plus belle campagne électorale de l'Histoire de France. Sauf que tous les adultes ont l'air de trouver que la politique, c'est hyper nul. Et surtout, eux, ils n'y comprennent rien...Alors Max et Nadia vont mener l'enquête et tout deviendra clair !