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A fine classroom supplement and a solid information source for kids writing social studies reports, this updated, easy-to-read book explains the federal system as it works in the United States today. It also discusses some ways in which the government has changed since the framers of the Constitution brought it into existence in the 18th century. Described are the Legislative body, composed of Senate and House of Representatives, the Executive branch, headed by the President with the Cabinet members, and the Judicial branch, headed by the Supreme Court of the United States, and extending to federal courts throughout the nation. New in this edition are facts about how a bill becomes a law, the various departments in the Executive branch, and more. Young readers learn how officials are elected or appointed and how government agencies work for the people's benefit. A complex process is explained in interesting terms that young readers can comprehend.
Lexile Measure: 830L (What's this?)
Paperback: 48 pages
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series; 2 edition (February 1, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9780764147920
ISBN-13: 978-0764147920
ASIN: 0764147927
Product Dimensions: 0.2 x 7.2 x 9.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #31,415 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #16 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > Government #9295 in Books > Reference
Age Range: 8 - 11 years
Grade Level: 2 - 6
Very basic. I found it almost juvenile but it is exactly what it states. I was also pleasantly surprised at its objectivity, As an instructor of American Government, I'm appalled at the level of liberalism and opinion in textbooks. This was not at all.
I like this book except it's missing one glaring detail. America is a republic, and this book portrays it as a democracy. The word republic is not included in the glossary or the index. On page 12, "A system of government in which people make decisions by voting is called a democracy.", should instead say, "A process by which people make decisions by voting is called democracy." This book outlines the roles of our Constituition, and the three branches of our government, which is the very reason we are a republic and not a democracy. Having democracy, and being a democracy are two different things. If this book made that correction I would love it, but this is simply wrong.
Great information, written for students at their reading level.
this is a great book to have. my husband who is now an american citizen found this easy to understand and our first grader too. great minds do think alike :)
The book is written for young people. I think that it is a decent primer for understanding the three branches, and how members are elected or appointed. While not very deep, it is appropriate for the age group and covers the bases.
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