Michael Natalie explained to his kindergarten teacher, Janet Casella, at Central Boulevard School, that weekends are too short. So, he drafted a letter to President Clinton suggesting that an eighth day, Funday, be added to the week. Mrs. Casella thought the letter was worthy of a response and forwarded it to the White House.
Michael explained, “If you’re writing in pencil, you have to write neat so the president can read it.”

Michael received a response from President Clinton thanking him for his thoughtful letter. Michael explained, “Even four or five-year-olds can write to the president. It’s easy! You just have to send him your ideas, and he might accept them. Important people listen because kids’ ideas matter.”
(Bethpage, NY: 1998)

Story by Erin Duignan, Michael’s First Grade Teacher