The US Congress for Kids - Over 200 Years of Lawmaking, Deal-Breaking, and Compromising, with 21 Activities (Paperback)

An interactive guidebook to the history and inner workings of the legislative branch of the U.S. Government Providing a historical perspective on all that is going on today, "US Congress for Kids" examines the major milestones in congressional history, including the abolition of slavery, extending the vote to African Americans and to women, and investigating misconduct in both government and private institutions. Kids will be engaged by the focus on dramatic stories, personalities, and turning points while also benefitting from the clear discussions of Congressional purpose, structure, history, and ongoing issues. Educational, hands-on activities that illuminate the workings of the U.S. Congress include making a House ceremonial mace, creating congressional money, making a capitol dome, and designing a Congressional Medal of Honor.

General

Imprint:	Chicago Review Press
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	For Kids series
Release date:	November 2014
First published:	November 2014
Authors:	Ronald A. Reis
Foreword by:	Henry A. Waxman
Afterword by:	Kristi Noem
Dimensions:	279 x 215 x 5mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	144
ISBN-13:	978-1-61374-977-7
Categories:	Books > Children's & Educational > Social studies > General Books > Children's & Educational > Humanities > History > General Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal, health & social education (PHSE) > Citizenship Books > Children's Fiction & Fun
LSN:	1-61374-977-5
Barcode:	9781613749777

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