The Great Compromise Spiral-Bound | 2019-09-03

Julia Cook Kyle Merriman (Illustrated by)

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Cora June and her classmate, Wilson, are locked in a battle of wills. Each one desperately wants to be the ultimate decider.
They shout at each other about whether to play dodgeball or soccer at recess. They get into a tug of war over a Popsicle.

Each wants to choose where to go on the next class trip! Can these two opinionated, wanna-be leaders compromise or agree on anything?

Using rhymes and relatable situations, this story offers valuable lessons about the power of compromise and why the best leaders are never afraid to negotiate.



Cora June knows what she wants and doesn't want to back down and compromise!

Cora June and her classmate, Wilson, are locked in a battle of wills. Each one desperately wants to be the ultimate decider.

They scream at each other about whether to play dodge-ball or soccer at recess.
They get into a tug of war over a popsicle.
Each wants to dictate where to go on the next class trip!


Can these two opinionated, wanna-be leaders compromise or agree to anything?

Using rhymes and easy to relate to situations, this story offers valuable lessons about the power of compromise and why the best leaders are never afraid to negotiate. The Great Compromise is part of the The Leader I'll Be! book series.

Learning the valuable lesson of compromising and becoming more self-aware in your actions is one of the most powerful skills we can teach our children. Learning this skill requires a lot of patience.

Tips for parents, counselors and educators are included at the end of the storybook to help children in grades K through 5 become more self-aware.
Help your children become future leaders with these books from the The Leader I'll Be! book series which includes:

  • It's My Way or the Highway - Cora June learns to be assertive and flexible without being bossy.

  • The "I" in Integrity - Can Cora June do the right thing…even when no one is looking?

  • Good Things Come to Those Who Wait - In a world consumed by instant gratification, can Cora June stay calm and patient?

  • The Great Compromise - Cora June sees that future leaders must learn to compromise and show they are willing to listen to others.
Publisher: Boys Town Press
Original Binding: Trade Paperback
Pages: 31 pages
ISBN-10: 1944882448
Item Weight: 0.3 lbs
Dimensions: 9.0 x 0.3 x 9.0 inches

" I thought this was a cute book. It shows children how to take turns and find solutions they both agree with" - CL, Verified Purchaser

Julia Cook, a former school counselor and teacher, has written many books on behavior and health for children. Julia has the innate ability to enter the worldview of a child through storybooks, giving parents and educators the "what to say" and "how to say it to kids." Her ultimate goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of children, parents and educators by teaching lifelong problem-solving skills to kids.