The U.S. Congress: Why it Matters to You

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978-0-531-23182-1

Our government is built on laws, and Congress is where those laws are written. Peak inside the workings of the Senate and House of Representatives, ways they function independently, and how they cooperate as a unit. Readers will also learn what it takes to become a member of Congress and the different roles a person can play once elected.

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ISBN	978-0-531-23182-1
Key Features	Find the Truth! feature starts each book with two statements - one true and one false - which begins the inquiry process by engaging readers to think proactively Inspiring openers connect the books’ topics to real-life people and events Exploration of current political debates encourage readers to think critically Eye-catching sidebars, back matter, and other elements introduce ways readers can be involved in civics Timelines outline major events in the creation and evolution of our government Political cartoons introduce readers to the role of the public and its response to government activities Glossaries explain difficult terms in a way that makes them easy to understand
Fiction / Nonfiction	Nonfiction
Item #	688593
Imprint	Children's Press
Copyright	2020
Format	Reinforced Library Binding
Trim Size	7 1/4 x 8 3/8
Pages	48
Ages	8, 9, 10
Dewey	328.73
Grades	3 - 5