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Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The first presidential election in the United States was carried out in a very different way than elections as we know them today. Over the years there have been many prominent and memorable elections to decide the president. The history of presidential elections is ripe with terrific stories. Written at a low reading level, this accessible guide uses simple language to reinforce key social studies concepts that are central to upper elementary curricula....
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Though many people in the United States have a basic understanding of how the general election works, there's a lot that goes into it that many voters are unfamiliar with. Young readers will get a head start learning the ins and outs of how leaders are elected. Colorful photographs and informative fact boxes expand on the main narrative. Concise text explains challenging topics and prepares readers to someday vote at the polls themselves"--Provided...
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Readers may know that the Democratic and Republican Parties are the two main political parties in the United States now, but that hasn't always been the case. The parties have also changed quite a bit over time. This informative volume helps readers learn about key facts, individuals, and events involved in the history of political parties in the United States. Accessible text helps struggling readers understand this crucial part of the upper elementary...
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Even for adults, elections can be difficult to fully understand. How do you register to vote? What happens at the polls? How do you know whom to vote for? This compelling volume provides the answers to these questions and many more through an accessible narrative, captivating photographs, and attention-grabbing fact boxes. Written at a low reading level, this book offers a simple overview of important curriculum topics for upper elementary struggling...
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"If it weren't for some very significant moments in history, elections would look quite different than they do today. Readers will learn about some of the most important voting laws in the United States, from laws set forth in the Constitution to the key amendments that changed them. Readers learn about landmark legislation that changed history and shaped what the United States has become, such as the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Accessible text supports...
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Many voters take part in general elections yet they're largely unaware of how primaries and caucuses work. Your readers will learn about the important processes that help select candidates. Struggling readers are able to utilize accessible text to learn about this key facet of the upper elementary social studies curriculum. Eye-catching photographs and educational fact boxes further illustrate important ideas and encourage readers to learn about...
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