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1861) What Is Respect?
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Respect for the opinions and beliefs of others is not only a critical component of democracy but also of everyday life. Using easy-to-understand concepts such as the 'golden rule,' or treating others as one would want to be treated, this book shows students that respecting others and engaging in reciprocity, even when we disagree, is important and necessary. The ability to 'disagree agreeably' is increasingly important in the current political and...
1862) A Bird Like Himself
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What happens when a bird is raised by cows, sheep, and elephants? Baby the bird is raised by animals of all species, who lovingly provide play, food, and care as he grows up. However, there's one thing they can't do-teach the little bird to fly. When Baby meets a bird like himself, he realizes that the ability to fly was always inside him. This heartwarming book combines whimsical illustrations with a heartwarming story about nontraditional families,...
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Americans often have questions about what the president can and can't do. Many of these questions are answered in Article II of the U.S. Constitution. From declaring war to appointing ambassadors and Supreme Court justices, the powers of the presidency are explained in this helpful book. The informative narrative connects the past and present using language from the Constitution that is explained in an accessible way. Current examples of the executive...
1864) Peter Stuyvesant
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Three years after the Pilgrims founded the Massachusetts Colony in 1620, the Dutch founded their own North American colony on the island that would eventually become New York City. When leading members of the Dutch colony, called New Amsterdam, needed a new governor, the company began looking for a replacement. They wanted someone who was honest, brave, loyal to the company, and experienced in colonial affairs. Peter Stuyvesant had all these qualities...
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L'étude des arts plastiques: peinture, sculpture, architecture, dans les pays socialistes ne peut être abordée avec les critères habituels de l'histoire de l'art, puisque, à chaque moment du développement esthétique, il faut confronter les réalisations au contexte politique et aux prises de position idéologiques des dirigeants comme des artistes,...
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Encourage your child to pay attention to national news and events to better understand social, economic and political situations. The first step is to raise the level of knowledge on how government works. This book presents lessons on the constitution, bill of rights, citizenship and the voting system, too.
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From the town mayor to the president of the United States, politicians serve citizens on three separate levels-local, state, and federal. This book encourages young readers to explore how people ranging from city councilmen to Supreme Court justices shape our nation. The Our Government and Citizenship series inspires young readers to learn about the development and structure of American government as well as their rights and responsibilities as U.S....
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In order for any democracy to function well, understanding how and when to compromise is a necessity. This book introduces students to how compromise makes governing possible. Using examples of how compromise works in their own lives, students will gain a better understanding of how compromise work on a larger level. Conversely, readers will also learn that compromise may be the wrong course of action in some situations and that some issues are of...
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The extension from the Taiwan Strait to the Diaoyu Islands and then to the South China Sea is the lifeblood of Sino-US Eastern strategy. For China to truly realize the dream of the Chinese nation's rejuvenation, it would be impossible without long-term peace across the strait. Because of the disunity of the Chinese nation, he was deceived by "family discord and outsiders" for 1,500 years. The greatest common divisor for both sides of the Taiwan Strait...
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In The Clinton View, learn how Hillary Clinton is an accomplished attorney and activist who has served on several state and national boards promoting legal aid, health care, and education Clinton, one of the most polarizing figures in modern American politics, became the first former first Lady to hold a Senate seat in 2000 Popular media such as Saturday Night Live played an important role in the campaign The popular vote differs from the Electoral...
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What are the 13 Amendments of the US Constitution? Why should you study them? What good are they? The 13 Amendments form the foundation of America, as a nation. Learning about government will help establish the importance of rules and why they should be followed. The knowledge creates restrictions to freedom, a fact that should be acknowledged and respected.
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If you're a woman campaigning for an office, now you can MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD. At a time when we need smart and compassionate solutions, we need to hear the voices and gain the insights of women. Here's your complete practical guide to: Designing 30-second campaign messages -Using your voice professionally -Creating memorable campaign slogans -Writing winning campaign speeches -Diminishing nervousness -Managing your body language -Conveying who you...
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Learn how people vote and how the government protects the vote! Explore key features of U.S. elections and why voting is important. This 32-page nonfiction book covers important topics like democracy and civic duty. Perfect for use in the classroom or at-home learning to explore elections, voting rights, and voting eligibility. Includes a short fiction piece to help students relate to the topic and engaging text features such as a glossary, useful...
1874) Our Leaders
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This title offers emergent readers an introduction to the basics of leadership in school, in the state and in the country.
1875) Why Do Countries Need Governments? Politics Books for Kids Grade 5 Children's Government Books
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All countries in the world are run by different types of government. A government is the central body that makes the decisions of the people. In this book, you analyze the different types of government. You will also study the purpose of governments and how their powers are acquired, used and justified. Get a copy and begin reading today.
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Women's equality is one of the great achievements of Western civilization. Yet most American women today do not consider themselves "feminists." Why is the term that describes one of the great chapters in the history of freedom in such disrepute?
In Freedom Feminism: It’s Surprising History and Why It Matters Today, Christina Hoff Sommers seeks to recover the lost history of American feminism by introducing readers to conservative feminism's forgotten...
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What does it mean to be elected to political office? It means you get to decide how to make a town, a state, or even the whole country a better place to live. But how does someone get elected? And what are the challenges of running for office? Read this book to find out.
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Bumface Poohands is stuck at home like the rest of us! Join our cheeky chum in this fun, naughty picture book as Bumface tries to make sense of life in lockdown, all the while noticing people around him and in authority completely disregarding the rules. A gently satirical look at the Coronavirus lockdown for clued-up kids (and juvenile grown-ups!)
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The president of the United States holds the most important office in the country. The person who is elected to fill this position represents the nation's highest commitment to the rule of law. The process by which this job is filled can be difficult for struggling readers to grasp, leaving them uninformed. With a focus on simple language and helpful graphics, this book makes the ins and outs of a presidential election easy to understand. Readers...
1880) State and County Courts
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Each state and federal territory has its own system of courts. How do these differ from federal courts? How do state court systems differ from each other? What types of cases do they hear? Where are these courts typically located? This book answers these questions through accessible, interesting text combined textually relevant photographs. Students will read about historic state court cases. A question and answer section with a practicing Virginia...
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