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Although the picture-book format makes this look a bit young for kids who may actually be interested in John McCain, readers will get a broad-strokes biography, with some parts of the candidate’s life brushed away altogether. The author for this adulatory tome is McCain’s daughter Meghan, who begins by saying “he would make a great president.” She then goes on to detail how her grandfather and great-grandfather, both admirals in the navy, set a high standard for McCain, who had problems with authority growing up. She then traces his naval career, especially his time in Vietnam, including his five-year incarceration as a POW. But when he comes home, highly decorated, from Vietnam, “he met and married my mom, Cindy.” Well, first he divorced his wife, and nowhere, including a family picture, is there mention of his children from that marriage. An overview is given of McCain’s political career, and Andreasen’s color-and-sepia-tone art is handsome and evocative throughout. The shelf life for this could be short—or it could be one of the first biographies of a new president. Grades 2-4. --Ilene Cooper


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Born the son and grandson of military men, Senator John McCain from Arizona was destined for a life serving his country in the armed forces. Like many great men, he occasionally struggled with authority, but once he found his true calling -- flying naval aircraft -- his ideals and commitment to his country took him far.

From the low point of five years as a prisoner of war to the high points of raising a large, happy family and being chosen as the Republican nominee in the 2008 presidential election, Senator McCain has lived an incredible life driven by a love of his country and a desire to serve it to the best of his ability.

This picture book biography, written with great love and insight by his oldest daughter, writer Meghan McCain, shows us the public John McCain and the personal John McCain in a way we've never seen before -- making this American hero come to life before young eyes.


Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Aladdin (September 2, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1416975284
  • ISBN-13: 978-1416975281
  • Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 10.1 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #213,796 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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20 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book By A Loving Daughter!, September 18, 2008
This is a wonderful book by Meghan McCain written for children to explain why she believes her father would make a good president. She mainly addresses that by going over John McCain's life and how he has lived it. It is a nice story and she tells it well. A great addition to any school library or classroom.
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24 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful children's book, September 16, 2008
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This is an excellent book written for children about an American war hero. The pictures are lovely and it is a great overview of John McCain's life. I took my daughter to her book signing and she does not deserve the negative comments written here. It's a shame that her book is not being reviewed but she is (or more accurately, her father's politics.)
This is a great book any child would learn something from.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Never Give Up, Never Quit, November 3, 2008
By Sophie Cacique Gaul (Austin, Tejas) - See all my reviews
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A wonderful children's book written by a loving daughter. Everybody knows who John McCain is, but not everybody has seen him from his daughter's perspective. She's obviously loves him very much and she's poured out her love in this lovely story about her father.

Some might think she's over done it a bit, but I don't. I think she did a splendid job with this book. The illustrations by Dan Andreasen are excellent as well. My girls are a little old for this book, but I have a niece who is just the right age for this, four going on eleven. My girls and I sat with her and read this book and Republican or Democrat I think everybody can agree with Meghan's message here. Never give up. Never quit. Those words got her dad through some horrible times and have propelled him on an incredible journey.

I'll say it again, Never give up, never quit, good words.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I wish my dad was John
I'll tell you straight off, I was no fan of John McCain. Until, that is, I read this book. It's like Meghan McCain Captivated John McCain in this book like his days in the POW... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Austin Mcfadden

5.0 out of 5 stars The John McCain we don't know
Wonderfully written by the daughter of John McCain. You could feel the love put into this book. Great history lesson for kids and adults alike. I highly recommmend it.
Published 3 months ago by ransomme

4.0 out of 5 stars It's great!!
I bought this for my niece. She loves it. She is 7 yrs old and enjoyed reading the book. She says she likes to read it over and over. In fact, she has read it 3 times.
Published 8 months ago by O. Tucker

5.0 out of 5 stars John McCain's story of his life in war and peace
An excellent young readers book written by a daughter that really loves her dad. I can relate from her story how extensive that love is when I compare it to my own dad and how... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Cy B. Hilterman

5.0 out of 5 stars A really beautiful book about an American hero
This is a children's book for all ages that focuses on the character and heroism of Republican presidential candidate John McCain. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Scott Bright

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
This book was truely wonderful and heartwarming. John McCain is a true American hero and his daughter tells his story in such an amazing way, it brought tears to my eyes and joy... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Whitney

5.0 out of 5 stars Teach Children What Makes Someone a True Hero
In reading My Dad, John McCain by daughter Meghan McCain, I found myself hoping that this book becomes easily available to children through libraries, our educational system, and... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Bettie Corbin Tucker

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring Life of John McCain
"My Dad, John McCain" is a children's book written by his eldest daughter. I learned some things about Mr. McCain that I din't know previous. Read more
Published 11 months ago by C. Maynard

5.0 out of 5 stars My Kids Loved This Book
Sometimes in political campaigns, people get all angry at candidates like they are an opposing baseball team and they forget that they are real people and deserve to be celebrated... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Colorgirl

5.0 out of 5 stars what a guy
This was the perfect book to teach my young 5 year old about the 2008 presidential caniadate for the republican party. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Melissa Sack

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