Esther Sarfatti
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"El presidente es el jefe de la rama ejecutiva del gobierno de Estados Unidos. La rama ejecutiva se encarga de hacer cumplir las leyes de la nación. El presidente dirige esta rama a través de las muchas funciones que debe llevar a cabo"--Page 4.
Discusses the powers given to the president by the U.S. Constitution and the presidential duties that have developed over time.
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When the Constitution was written, some of the Founding Fathers wanted to include a provision that only those in Congress vote for president. Others felt it was important that the former colonists got to vote directly for their president. The Electoral College was the compromise reached and it's still how the president and vice president are elected today. This often-confusing topic is broken down step by step for readers. Simple, clear language and...
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"El gobierno de Estados Unidos está dividido en tres ramas. El Congreso es la rama legislativa, o la que hace las leyes. La Consitución de Estados Unidos divide el Congreso en dos partes: el Senado y la Cámara de Representantes"--Page 4.
The Founding Fathers made Congress two houses for a reason. The Senate gives every state equal representation, while the House of Representatives allows states with a larger population a bigger voice in government....
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Many Americans believe it is their civic duty to vote. However, in most elections, less than half of eligible voters show up at the polls. Readers are introduced to the many reasons why voting is an important, including how voting allows the voice of the people to be heard. The main content tackles a complex idea of citizenship with accessible language and age-appropriate subject matter. Briefly covering social studies curriculum topics such as the...
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"Una ley comienza como un proyecto, o un borrador de una ley, que se presenta ante el Congreso. Los proyectos nacen de ideas que proponen los miembros del Congreso. Las dos cámaras pueden iniciar proyectos de ley"--Page 6.
Our nation's laws go through a long process before they are enacted. Bills are scrutinized and researched by committees in both the House and Senate and may be rewritten several times before they pass.
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In 1862, the American Civil War was underway, actively tearing the United States apart. At the start of the war, President Abraham Lincoln's main goal was preserving the Union, but he was now ready to make a stand on slavery. The Emancipation Proclamation was one of the most important documents of its time, but its contents can be confusing.
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Understanding the events of the American Revolution is key to learning more about the history of the United States. When readers encounter this important topic in social studies classes, they often must be able to explain the causes, main events, and results of the war. Through clear explanations and simple language, this book gives readers of all levels an overview of these aspects of the Revolutionary War in a format perfect for test review or quick...
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When the Louisiana Territory was added to the United States in 1803, it about doubled the size of the young nation. It took years to clarify its boundaries and explore every square mile. How this momentous purchase came to be and its implications on the future of the United States are explained in detail in this book. Simple maps and clear language help struggling readers and those in need of review to understand the many changes in the United States'...
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The French and Indian War was just one part of a global conflict between France and Great Britain and their allies. However, for U.S. citizens, it marked the beginning of the revolutionary era. As one of the causes of the American Revolution, the French and Indian War is a staple of social studies curriculums. In this volume, its complexities are pared down to the most important facts to give struggling readers a better chance to understand them....
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"El Tribunal Supremo de Justicia es el tribunal más alto de Estados Unidos. Encabeza la rama judicial del gobierno. El Tribunal Supremo estudia ciertos casos y determina si las acciones del gobierno federal o de los estados son fieles a la Constitución de Estados Unidos: la ley suprema de nuestro país"--Page 4.
The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States. While it only hears about 80 cases out of the thousands that petition to...
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Though it was written more than 200 years ago, the first 10 amendments included in the Bill of Rights are still being interpreted today. Understanding how these additions to the Constitution came about is a key topic of the social studies curriculum, and it's also essential for understanding the modern political conversation. All readers can benefit from the concise explanation of why the Bill of Rights was written and what each amendment states....