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Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First edition.
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"The system of checks balances between the branches of the US government is written into the Constitution, but it's not always clearly understood. How does each branch keep the others from getting too powerful? The answer is waiting for readers to discover in this inside guide to an essential civics concept. Through age-appropriate text, photographs, sidebars, and fact boxes, readers explore the meaning of checks and balances and how the system works....
2) Citizenship
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Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First edition.
Description
"Citizenship is an important issue, and becoming a more informed and active citizen is part of growing up. This guide examines what it means to be a citizen in the United States. It explains the ways people become citizens, the responsibilities of a citizen, and the rights of US citizens. Readers can form their own opinions on citizenship by reading engaging discussion questions, sidebars, and fact boxes. In addition, they can better understand the...
3) Laws
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Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First edition.
Description
"Laws and legal systems have existed around the world for thousands of years. These rules give a country structure and keep people safe. However, laws can also be challenged and changed. This volume examines the legal system in the United States, navigating its origins, key players, and modern history. It also challenges readers to think critically about laws through discussion questions. Easy-to-understand language, engaging photographs, interesting...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Edition
First edition.
Description
"Every person has rights and responsibilities they should understand to be an informed and active citizen. This inside guide to an essential civics topic highlights the meaning of rights and responsibilities, how rights and responsibilities relate to a person's values, and ways rights and responsibilities can change. Easily comprehensible text pairs with engaging photographs to explore key concepts that deliver an overview of this aspect of social...
5) Taxes
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Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First edition.
Description
"Taxes have been part of the United States since its very beginning. Taxes on food, property, and income are often in the news and are often discussed and debated by adults, but young people also need to know the basics about taxes. This guide to an important part of civics education comprehensively explores the definition of taxes, the US tax system today, and key taxes affecting modern society. Through photographs, sidebars, fact boxes, and engaging...
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