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Elections Electoral college Politics and government Presidents Presidents Election Presidents United States Election Juvenile literature Presidents United States Juvenile literature United States United States Politics and government United States Politics and government Juvenile literatureHaynes, Danielle
Summary: "Primaries and caucuses are some of the first steps to becoming the president of the United States. Candidates who've announced their intention to run for this important office first have to convince members of their political party (and sometimes others) that they deserve a nomination. Primaries and caucuses help political parties choose their official party candidate. In this volume, readers...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 324.273 HAYKennedy, Katie
Summary: "Some call it the most important job in the world. It's certainly the most powerful. And it's one that every citizen needs to know about because we're the ones who vote to put a president in office. Lively, informative, filled with firsts and facts, big ideas and compelling anecdotes, The Presidents Decoded is a richly layered guide to the leaders who have shaped our country."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Workman Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 973.09 KENKatzman, Rebecca
Summary: "Your Vote Matters walks readers through all the ins and outs of voting in America--and more specifically, voting in presidential elections. Discover who is eligible to run for president and what the president does once they are swon into office. Learn about campaigning and debates, how the Electoral College works, the different ways to cast your ballot, and what a voter should consider when...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2024
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Summary: By the time the U.S. presidential election rolls around every four years, everyone knows who's in the running for office. But how are presidential candidates in the United States chosen? How do candidates get nominated, and what does a nomination mean? Can you become president without a nomination, and why or why not? Readers will learn about political parties, national conventions, special...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 324.273 HAYRajczak, Michael
Summary: "Becoming one of the most powerful leaders in the world is enticing, but the path to US president is a difficult one. The campaign may be years long, and financing is complicated. While running for student council president or other major student leadership position may not cost as much, preparation for the job can also be daunting. This book not only introduces readers to the process of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 324 RAJMessner, Kate
Summary: Looks at what the presidents to be who were alive at various dates were doing at that moment, including serving in government, working in different fields, studying, or being a child, and wonders what the future presidents that are alive today are doing.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Kids, Chronicle Books 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 973.09 MESBryant, Megan E.
Summary: "Citizen Baby has been thinking a lot about the presidency. Just like the president, Citizen Baby has to make tough choices (like at dinnertime) and is very busy (especially during playtime)! Children and adults alike will enjoy learning about the presidency in this adorable, informative book."--Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC 2020
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Place a hold to request this item.Hirsch, 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 HIRKellaher, Karen
Summary: What exactly does the president do? Take an up-close look at the challenges of this job, how the president interacts with other parts of the government, and what a president’s actions mean for you. Readers will also explore how they can become involved in the executive branch, including what it takes to become president themselves someday.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 352.23 KELCorso, Phil
Summary: "The Electoral College is the body of people who elect the president and vice president of the United States. Many U.S. citizens are confused by this system, which dates back to the creation of the U.S. Constitution. When citizens vote for a presidential candidate, they're actually voting for an elector -- someone who will cast a vote for their state for that candidate in the Electoral College....
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 324.6 CORSummary: Did you know that James Monroe was the first president to appear without a wig in public? Or that George W. Bush appointed the first African-American secretary of state? Presidents of the United States invites the reader inside the White House to discover fascinating facts about the U.S. commanders-in-chief-their origins, accomplishments, and place in history-as told through famous quotes,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Liberty Street, an imprint of Time Inc. Books 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 973.099 CUTMcPartland, Lisa A.
Summary: "The position of president of the United States is an important one! But how does a person get elected president? First, people have to know who they are. To do that, candidates must announce their plan to run for a nomination and the presidency, and then they campaign. A perfect introduction for young readers, this book covers the details of the campaign trail, from grassroots organization to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 324.973 MCPCorso, Phil
Summary: Every four years in the United States of America, candidates from different political parties stand in front of the nation to showcase their ideas and sell their visions of the future before Election Day. Presidential debates are a way for candidates to share their ideas, show how they are different from other candidates, and garner support from voters. This book outlines the history and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 324.7 CORRoss, Tara.
Summary: "America's unique presidential election system is often misunderstood--and perhaps especially hard to explain to children. We Elect a President: The Story of Our Electoral College will help you and your family discover more about the Electoral College and its remarkable history. Why was it created in the fiorst place? Does it still work today? Written in straightforward language and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Colonial Press, L.P. 2016