Ah, election night—an evening filled with excitement, trepidation, and for many parents, a struggle to explain the outcome to their little ones. I remember standing in my daughter’s room at three in the morning, torn between the urge to shield her from reality and the need to express it. Do I really have to leave a note saying, “The Gourd won”? Can’t I just pretend it’s all a weird dream? Alas, I scribbled it down and left it on her dresser, only for her to wake up and obliterate it like a tiny tornado.
I wasn’t alone in this midnight crisis. A well-known commentator, Max Rivers, echoed the sentiments of many parents when he asked, “How do I explain this to my kids?” Enter The Gourd and The Suit, a delightful book inspired by that very question. Crafted by the creative minds at San Francisco’s barettSF, Executive Creative Director Jamie Barrett shared that the idea blossomed from the desire to answer Rivers’ query.
The story kicks off in a whimsical land not too far away, where a Gourd and a Suit share the same shiny dream: to reside in a grand white house. As the narrative unfolds, both candidates embark on a journey filled with speeches, questions, and a showcase of their beliefs.
In a twist that mirrors real life, the Gourd ultimately wins the election, leaving many feeling “bummed out.” But don’t count the Suit out just yet! This character goes on to inspire all the little suits out there, reminding them that one day, one of them will claim their spot in that big house.
What sets this book apart is its blend of humor and hope, making it more than just a retelling of political events. As one of the book’s authors, Clara Finn, pointed out, it carries a message for children that goes beyond winning and losing. “You might not always come out on top, but as long as you keep pushing forward, you’ll never truly lose,” she explained. And for parents, while the Gourd may not have been their pick, it encourages looking for the silver lining. After all, the future remains bright and full of possibilities for everyone.
The Gourd and The Suit wraps up with a heartwarming dedication: “For everyone who refuses to give up.” Now that’s a message we can all rally behind.
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In summary, The Gourd and The Suit is a clever way to spark discussions about the 2016 election with kids, reminding them and parents alike that hope and perseverance are key, no matter the outcome.