Not Too Young To Run

Not Too Young to Run by Ogbu Eme is an inspiring children’s novel that celebrates courage, leadership, and the right to be heard. The story follows nine-year-old Simi Coker and her classmates in Port Winkle, who are determined to challenge a law that prevents children from voting in elections. Driven by a belief in fairness, Simi writes a bold letter to the governor, sparking a movement for children’s rights and representation. When Simi’s party nominates her friend Valerie instead, she doesn’t give up. Instead, she works tirelessly to help her party champion the campaign for quality education for all Port Winkle children. But the battle is far from easy especially with Wayo Padiman, the governor’s son, using sly and underhanded tactics to secure victory. This engaging novel teaches children the value of resilience, teamwork, and standing up for justice. Perfect for young readers, schools, and parents who want to inspire kids to dream big and believe they can create change, Not Too Young to Run is both empowering and entertaining.