King, Thomas
Summary: A boy and his mother refuse to identify themselves as American or Canadian at the border and become caught in the limbo between nations when they claim their citizenship as Blackfoot.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 KINCopies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 KINU.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Summary: American Government: In the United States, the government gets its power to govern from the people. We have a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. Citizens in the United States shape their government and its policies, so they must learn about important public issues and get involved in their communities. Learning about American government helps you understand your...
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Publisher / Publication Date: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 323.623 LEABray, Ilona M.
Summary: "For a green card holder, taking the next step to U.S. citizenship offers a host of benefits. But the application process itself can be long and confusing. With Becoming a U.S. Citizen, you can save months, or even years. Best of all, you'll know that you are taking each needed step in the most efficient way. Becoming a U.S. Citizen also shows how you may be able to take advantage of special...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nolo 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 342 BRABond, Donald
Summary: Would you like to pass the exam to become a U.S. citizen without fear of failing and retaking it? You are about to figure out how to do it! Securing your future and that of your family should be your first and only priority today if you want to thrive in this country. Passing the U.S. Citizen's Examination is no picnic and puts most applicants who fail in a terrible situation. What you will...
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Publisher / Publication Date: [Donald Bond] 0000
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 323.6 BONHanson, Anders
Summary: This book will show kids how to use compassion, respect, responsibility, and honesty with those around them.
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Publisher / Publication Date: ABDO Publishing Company 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 323.6 HANGates, Michael
Summary: All you need to know to pass the naturalization exam free from anxiety. English and civic tests easily explained and a helpful study plan to save time.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Michael Gates 0000
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 323.623 GATSmullen, Andrew
Summary: Your future depends on your US Citizenship test results. With this Exampedia study guide, you will have everything you need to succeed and achieve your goals. Our US Citizenship study guide includes: Guide Preview, Principles of American Democracy Review, System of Government Review, Rights and Responsibilities Review, Colonial Period and Independence Review, 1800s Review, Recent American...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 323.623 SMUBray, Ilona M.
Summary: This complete guide to becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen helps applicants make sure they are eligible for citizenship, understand the risks of applying, how to interview successfully and how to study for the citizenship exam.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nolo 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 342.08 BRAMcCormick, Joyce
Summary: In an era when Democrats and Republicans in the United States often disagree on key concepts, understanding how individuals and institutions interact to work toward the common good has never been more important. This informative text takes an in-depth look at civic engagement in the United States, focusing on institutions such as the news media, political parties, and the U.S. Postal Service....
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 323.6 MCCHarbo, Christopher L.
Summary: "With everything he does, Superman works to make Metropolis a better community. He respects the city's mayor and police and fire departments, working alongside them to fight against super villains like Lex Luthor. And as his alter ego, reporter Clark Kent, he's one of the city's most informed residents. Superman is a good citizen!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Picture Window Books, a Capstone imprint 2018
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Summary: A boy and his mother refuse to identify themselves as American or Canadian at the border and become caught in the limbo between nations when they claim their citizenship as Blackfoot.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J GRAPHIC KINRoosevelt, 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 ROOBrockenbrough, Martha
Summary: "A timely and important picture book that introduces readers to Wong Kim Ark, who challenged the Supreme Court for his right to be an American citizen"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 ARKFilindra, Alexandra
Summary: "One-third of American adults--some 86 million people--own firearms. This is not just for protection or hunting. Today it is common to associate US gun-centric ideology with individualist and libertarian traditions in American political culture, but Race, Rights, and Rifles shows that gun-centric ideology rests on a very old, but different foundation--a belief system dating back to the American...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The University of Chicago Press 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 363.33 FILSjonger, Rebecca
Summary: "Young people all over the world are doing it. Whether through anti-racism protests, taking part in model governments, or joining global climate strikes, youth are strengthening democracy by exercising one of the fundamental democratic rights: participation. This thoughtful book uses real life examples to show how citizens can exercise their rights and make their communities and countries more...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 321.8 SJOPearson, Yvonne
Summary: "Discusses the history and importance of Constitution Day as well as ways Americans celebrate it."--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pebble 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 394.2 PEASmall, Cathleen
Summary: "It's never too early to become an informed, active citizen. Citizens of the United States have certain rights and duties. Readers learn about these freedoms and responsibilities as they are presented with useful facts about U.S. citizenship. This accessible main text delves into what it means to be an active citizen, the importance of learning about the government and political leaders, why...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lucent Press, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing, LLC 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 323.65 SMATaylor, 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 TAYWeber, Shannon
Summary: What is equality? A big question to answer and an even bigger topic to implement. Activists Assemble: We Are All Equal explains what it is to be a citizen, how important it is to treat, and be treated, as equal within the society, and how you can use your voice to champion equality. Discover the history of equality - both the successes and the tragedies, meet past and present faces who overcame...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Macmillan Children's Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 305 WEBWyatt, Valerie.
Summary: This book teaches readers the basics of building a nation and highlights events that have shaped countries throughout history.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kids Can Press 2009
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Summary: "For years, much of the available curricula for teaching digital citizenship focused on "don'ts." Don't share addresses or phone numbers. Don't give out passwords. Don't bully other students. But the conversation then shifted and had many asking, "Why aren't we teaching kids the power of social media?" Next, digital citizenship curriculum moved toward teaching students how to positively brand...
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Publisher / Publication Date: International Society for Technology in Education 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 302.3 MATVonder Brink, Tracy
Summary: "What does it mean to be a citizen? Who may become a citizen? Find out in [this book]"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Seahorse Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 323.6 VONGiles, Robert H.
Summary: When Truth Mattered is an account of a young editor and his staff painstakingly pursuing the truth of the Kent State shootings on May 4, 1970, a tragedy that has haunted the nation for 50 years and significantly changed the debate about the Vietnam War. The heart-pounding story captures the flash of National Guard rifles, the bloody aftermath of four students killed and nine wounded, and the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mission Point Press 2020