Rajczak, Michael.
Summary: An introduction to the role of the president's cabinet.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Pub. 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 352.24 RAJFrith, Alex
Summary: "Many people will disagree when discussing politics in polite conversation. But understanding it is essential if you're going to understand the world around you. Politics help people decide how to run cities and countries, and how even the simplest decisions in society get made. There are politics involved in almost every aspect of your daily life."
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Publishing 2018
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Understanding 320.3 Stowell 2018Hirsch, Rebecca E.
Summary: How much power does the president really have? How does he make decisions? Find the answers to these questions and more in this title. Primary sources with accompanying questions, multiple prompts, Important Dates section, index, and glossary also included.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 351 HIRHunt, Santana
Summary: The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States. While it only hears about 80 cases out of the thousands that petition to be heard, the court s decisions have a big impact. The most important job of the Supreme Court is to decide the constitutionality of laws and actions. This process is broken down for readers in simple terms that support their understanding of the judicial branch....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 347 HUNConnors, Kathleen
Summary: The US president is the face of the United States to the rest of the world. However, he or she doesn t have unlimited power within the country. The president has certain powers given by the Constitution, including the ability to make treaties, appoint some important government officials, and veto laws. Readers learn the many duties of the president in simple, clear language appropriate for both...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 353 CONAdamson, Thomas K.
Summary: Presents information on tae kwon do, including basic skills, training, competitions, and safety.
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Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone/Abdo Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.815 ADARoosevelt, Eleanor
Summary: "In the voice of one of the most iconic and beloved political figures of the twentieth century comes a book on citizenship for the future voters of the twenty-first century. Eleanor Roosevelt published the original edition of When You Grow Up to Vote in 1932, the same year her husband was elected president. The new edition has updated information and back matter as well as fresh, bold art from...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 342.73 ROOConn, Marla
Summary: Following the rules keeps us safe. What rules do you know? I Know the Rules, a 16-page reader from the Kid Citizen series for prekindergarten to grade 2, encourages beginning readers to think about rules and their importance. It includes a photo glossary and a reading comprehension activity.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rourke Educational Media, a division of Carson Dellosa Education 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 649 CONTaylor, Charlotte
Summary: "Students will learn about the many similarities and differences between United States citizens and how to celebrate this rich diversity in this valuable book. Vivid photographs will help students understand how America's great fabric of ethnicities makes the nation's communities multicultural and strong. This approachable text written especially for young readers is complete with a glossary...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 305.8 TAYTaylor, Charlotte
Summary: "Songs such as the "Star-Spangled Banner," which students may recognize from sporting events, memorialize significant events in American history. With this engaging text full of fun facts about American songs, students will learn about the valuable role songs play in helping express American pride. Dynamic photographs enhance the approachable text which compliments elementary social studies...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 782.42 TAYTaylor, Charlotte
Summary: "How have political leaders in the United States today been selected for their important roles? This book offers students a comprehensive description of the United States voting process and why it's a significant part of the nation's democratic system and values. Complete with colorful photographs that enhance the approachable text and a glossary that strengthens reader vocabulary skills, this...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 323.6 TAYTaylor, Charlotte
Summary: "Students who enjoy watching colorful fireworks explode on the Fourth of July may wonder why Americans come together to celebrate certain national holidays each year. This book is sure to keep young readers engaged as they learn about the rich history and significant men and women behind the holidays Americans celebrate today. The narrative nonfiction text also features captivating photos and a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 394.26973 TAYTaylor, Charlotte
Summary: "Following rules and laws is a vital part of being a successful citizen. Students will learn about the history behind these rules with this approachable text written especially for young readers. Students will also take to heart how rules and laws are designed to keep communities like their own safe. This text, which aligns with elementary social studies curricula, is enhanced with striking...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 340 TAYBjornlund, Lydia
Summary: Details the Bolshevik revolution from the perspectives of those involved, including the protesters, Vladimir Lenin, Tsar Nicholas II, and others. Additional features include a bullet-point summary of the events, compelling narrative descriptions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, questions to spark critical thinking, sources to guide further research, historical photographs,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 947.084 BJOYoung, Karen Romano
Summary: "Readers will learn all about sharks and the human relationship with sharks, including how researchers study sharks at sea and how students can get involved in learning more about sharks and helping to protect these incredible creatures"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Twenty-First Century Books 2019
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 597 YOUHeale, Jay
Summary: Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, lifestyle, religion, languages, arts, leisure, festivals, and food of the third largest country in Africa, a former colony of Belgium.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 967.51 HEARusch, Elizabeth
Summary: "America is the greatest democracy in the world...isn't it? Author Elizabeth Rusch examines some of the more problematic aspects of our government but, more importantly, offers ways for young people to fix them"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Company 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 320.973 RUSHintz, Martin.
Summary: The Netherlands is famous for its vibrant, densely populated cities and important role in the global economy. Readers will get a close look at this beautiful country as they explore its fascinating history, from its founding to the present day. They will also sample its cuisine, popular local sports, and performing arts, as well as find out how everyday people live in the Netherlands today.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015