The King's Court

Picture book by Beth Elliott
Illustrated by Ginger Ngo
Groundwood Books, 2027

Tired of standing alone every recess, George lines up to play four square. Quickly he becomes reigning king of the court but starts declaring his own rules to stay in power, eventually learning that the most royally awesome kingdoms aren’t ruled by one, they’re ruled by the people.

Themes

• Fair play

• fitting in

• abuse of power

• recess power dynamics

Curricular Tie-Ins

• Belonging and Contributing 

• Problem Solving and Innovating

• Social and Emotional Learning 

• Physical Development & Literacy