What Is Government (First Step Nonfiction)

What Is Government? (First Step Nonfiction)
Ann-Marie Kishel (Author)
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The Complete Book of Presidents & States

The Complete Book of Presidents & States
School Specialty Publishing (Author)
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You and the U.S. Government (Primary Source Readers)

You and the U.S. Government (Primary Source Readers)
Jennifer Prior (Author)

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The Untold History of the United States, Volume 1: Young Readers Edition, 1898-1963

The Untold History of the United States, Volume 1: Young Readers Edition, 1898-1963
Oliver Stone (Author), Peter Kuznick (Author)
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U.S. Presidents (Ken Jennings' Junior Genius Guides)

U.S. Presidents (Ken Jennings' Junior Genius Guides)
Ken Jennings (Author), Mike Lowery (Illustrator)
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Become a presidential pro with this interactive trivia book from Jeopardy! champ and New York Times bestselling author Ken Jennings.

With this book about U.S. Presidents, you’ll become an expert and wow your friends and teachers with clever facts: Did you know that Abraham Lincoln made Thanksgiving a national holiday? Or that Jefferson introduced the first French fries at a fancy state dinner? With great illustrations, cool trivia, and fun quizzes to test your knowledge, this patriotic genius guide will have you on your way to whiz-kid status in no time!

• Rank: #13421 in Books
• Published on: 2014-05-06
• Released on: 2014-05-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .73" h x 5.30" w x 7.39" l, .50 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 160 pages

The Untold History of the United States: Young Readers Edition, Volume 1, 1898-1963

The Untold History of the United States: Young Readers Edition, Volume 1, 1898-1963
Susan Campbell Bartoletti (Adapter), Oliver Stone (Author), Peter Kuznick (Author)
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A people’s history of the American Empire, adapted for the next generation of young history buffs.

There is history as we know it. And there is history we should have known.

Adapted by Newbery Honor recipient Susan Campbell Bartoletti from the bestselling book and companion to the documentary The Untold History of the United States by Academy Award–winning director Oliver Stone and renowned historian Peter Kuznick, this volume presents young readers with a powerful and provocative look at the past century of American imperialism.

This is not the kind of history taught in schools or normally presented on television or in popular movies. This riveting young readers’ edition challenges prevailing orthodoxies to reveal the dark reality about the rise and fall of the American empire for curious, budding historians who are hungry for the truth. Based on the latest archival findings and recently declassified information, this book will come as a surprise to the vast majority of students and their teachers—and that’s precisely why this edition is such a crucial counterpoint to today’s history textbooks.

Complete with photos, illustrations, and little-known documents, this first of two volumes covers crucial moments in American history from the early twentieth century through the assassination of the 35th President of the United States, John Fitzgerald Kennedy.

• Rank: #680265 in Books
• Published on: 2014-10-28
• Released on: 2014-10-28
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
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• Binding: Hardcover
• 272 pages

The Big Book of Presidents: From George Washington to Barack Obama

The Big Book of Presidents: From George Washington to Barack Obama
Nancy J. Hajeski (Author)

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Government

The president has been the figurehead of the United States since the time when our country was a small band of thirteen fledgling colonies until its current position as a world superpower. The forty-four leaders of our nation have had fascinating, exciting, and sometimes scandalous lives. The Big Book of Presidents illustrates each president’s journey to the White House through facts, anecdotes, illustrations, photographs, inspirational quotes, and more! Find out which president had a faithful dog named Fala, who was the only unmarried president, and which president’s daughter carried around her pet snake in the White House in this fun and fascinating overview of our country’s leaders.

Bestselling author Nancy J. Hajeski not only provides engaging information about each president, but also includes timelines of US and world events that place each president’s term in office in a historical context. She also provides useful facts about the White House, Congress, the Supreme Court, presidential assassinations, the first ladies, the vice presidents, and more to help broaden kids’ understanding of our government and the president’s role within in. With updated information on President Barack Obama, this is the perfect introduction to the lives and characters of the US presidents.

• Rank: #298780 in Books
• Published on: 2015-02-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
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• Binding: Hardcover
• 144 pages

Madam President: The Extraordinary, True (and Evolving) Story of Women in Politics

Madam President: The Extraordinary, True (and Evolving) Story of Women in Politics
Catherine Thimmesh (Author), Douglas B. Jones (Illustrator)
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Catherine Thimmesh’s inspiring look at the role of women in American politicsApast, present, and futureAis now available with updated sections on Hillary Rodham Clinton, Condoleezza Rice, and Nancy Pelosi. From the time our government was being formed, women have fought their way from behind the scenes to the center of power and decision making. So, why not a woman in the White House? Two thousand eight may be the year!

• Rank: #643389 in Books
• Published on: 2008-02-18
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .28" h x 7.58" w x 11.02" l, .79 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 80 pages

• Hardcover

Cambridge Checkpoints HSC Legal Studies

Cambridge Checkpoints HSC Legal Studies
Paul Milgate (Author)

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Government

• Rank: #369786 in Books
• Published on: 2014-06-30
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback

Being a Leader (Citizenship)

Being a Leader (Citizenship)
Cassie Mayer (Author)
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Books in this series introduce children to the character values that embody citizenship. In 'Being a Leader,' children view various situations that demonstrate the qualities of leadership. Playful, engaging illustrations are used to reinforce students’ understanding of the concepts.

• Rank: #329702 in Books
• Published on: 2007-08-05
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .11" h x 5.59" w x 8.24" l, .16 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 24 pages

What Does the President Do (Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers: American Symbols)

What Does the President Do? (Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers: American Symbols)
Amanda Miller (Author)
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Government

• Rank: #546591 in Books
• Brand: Children's Press(CT)
• Model: FBA-|290815
• Published on: 2009-03-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .29" h x 6.80" w x 8.20" l, .43 pounds
• Binding: Library Binding
• 24 pages

Guilty: Crime, Punishment, and the Changing Face of Justice

Guilty?: Crime, Punishment, and the Changing Face of Justice
Teri Kanefield (Author)

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Government

When some people kill, they are jailed or even executed. When others do, they are celebrated as heroes. Though this example is extreme, it’s just one of many that author and lawyer Teri Kanefield explores in depth. From an examination of what constitutes a crime, why and how we punish people who commit crimes, how the government determines these rules, to how citizens have reacted when they feel laws aren’t fair, this book will challenge young readers’ thinking about law and order, crime and punishment, while giving them specific legal cases to ponder along the way. For ages 12 and up, this examination of the legal system will also include historical photography to help bring each legal case to life.

• Rank: #295409 in Books
• Published on: 2014-11-04
• Released on: 2014-11-04
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
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• Binding: Hardcover
• 144 pages

Government in the Ancient World (Life in the Ancient World)

Government in the Ancient World (Life in the Ancient World)
Crabtree Publishing Company (Corporate Author)

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Government

Describes the different worldwide governments in the ancient world, from monarchies and empires to democracies and tribal clans, and explains the rise and fall of each ancient government.
Title: Government in the Ancient World
Author: Crabtree Publishing Company (COR)
Publisher: Crabtree Pub Co
Publication Date: 2011/08/30
Number of Pages: 32
Binding Type: PAPERBACK
Library of Congress: 2011029258

• Rank: #746688 in Books
• Published on: 2011-08-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .20" h x 8.30" w x 10.70" l, .30 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 32 pages

Holt Civics in Practice: Principles of Government & Economics: Student Edition 2007

Holt Civics in Practice: Principles of Government & Economics: Student Edition 2007
RINEHART AND WINSTON HOLT (Author)
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Government

Civics in Practice, Grades 7-12 Principles of Government & Economics: Civics in Practice

• Rank: #25362 in Books
• Published on: 2007-01-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 11.00" h x 8.50" w x 1.25" l, 4.20 pounds
• Binding: Hardcover
• 768 pages

People Who Said No: Courage Against Oppression

People Who Said No: Courage Against Oppression
Laura Scandiffio (Author)

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Government

When saying no is the right thing to do.

Sometimes it's okay to ignore the rules or break the law. In fact, it's essential! This thought-provoking book features people who did just that: Sophie and Hans Scholl, siblings who distributed antigovernment pamphlets in Nazi Germany; and Andrei Sakharov, who helped develop the nuclear bomb in Cold War Russia, but then spoke out against its use.

Some, like Rosa Parks, were not originally in positions of political power but came out of the ranks of regular citizens to stand up for human rights. Others, like Oscar Romero, archbishop of El Salvador, used their power to change the status quo.

Also included are Helen Suzman, a South African member of parliament who fought apartheid; Aung San Suu Kyi, who spent years under house arrest for protesting the dictatorship in Burma; and the people of Egypt, who recently brought down the repressive government of Hosni Mubarak.

These inspirational profiles of people who followed their moral compass make for riveting stories as well as excellent starting points for discussions about ethics and morality.

• Rank: #845594 in Books
• Published on: 2012-06-21
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .60" h x 6.50" w x 9.10" l, 1.10 pounds
• Binding: Hardcover
• 168 pages