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This guide will introduce you to a variety of local, state, and federal resources, as well as information on elections and access to government documents.
1) Ask a judge
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Judges have important roles in federal, state, and local governments. What are the different kinds of judges? What do judges do all day? Ask a judge answers these questions and more. Read this book to learn all about judges!"--Back cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"The President of the United States is sometimes called the most powerful person in the world. What is the president's job? What are the limits on a president's power? Ask the President answers these questions and more about the American head of state."--Back cover.
Author
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"It's a free country! But what does that mean? The five liberties protected by the First Amendment are explained here in catchy, engaging rhymes. Vivid, kid-friendly examples demonstrate the meaning of freedom of religion, speech, and the press, and the rights to assemble peacefully and to petition the government"--
Author
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Women and girls make up half the world's population but are still often not treated equally to men and boys. This book takes a look at the gender gap. It surveys the historical roles of women in the United States from colonial times through modern movements for women's rights and analyzes U.S. laws and court decisions on gender equality. It frames the issues and arguments in the ongoing discussions about women's rights in the United States and worldwide."--...
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the very important position of governor and what governors do for their states. Using a question and answer format, basic information about a governor's job, authority, and everyday functions is presented. A glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity are also provided.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"The attorney general of the United States, or of a state or territory, has an important job in the government. What's an attorney general? What does an attorney general do all day? Ask the Attorney General answers these questions and more. Read this book to learn all about attorneys general!"--Back cover.
Author
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the issues, facts, and divergent points of view behind the headlines about immigration. This book provides important background information including a summary of the history of immigration in the United States and an analysis of the legal framework governing immigrants. Read about border enforcement and security, sanctuary cities, proposals for immigration reform, and more."--
Author
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
'"It's a free country--I can say whatever I want!" Most Americans agree about the importance of free speech. But many don't understand the scope and limitations of this treasured liberty. Learn about the history, complexities, and conflicts related to free speech rights, from flag-burning to the treatment of hate speech."--
Author
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2019].
Language
English
Description
"Recent events have spotlighted the news media with stories of "fake news," celebrity cable news personalities, trolls, and attacks on journalists. The U. S. Constitution guarantees freedom of the press, which the founders considered a cornerstone of democracy. This book explores the history of this important right, how the First Amendment protects reporters (including student reporters), and what happens in places where the press is not free."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"What is your congressperson's job? How does your representative in Congress get things done in Washington, D.C.? Ask Your Congressperson answers these questions and more about your representative's role in the United States government."--Back cover.
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