For which we stand how our government works and why it matters
"Now more than ever, it's so important for everyone to understand our government: where it came from, how it works, and how we can bring about change. And, after all, in the words of author and government teacher Jeff Foster, "If you don't participate, you can't complain.&qu...
| Main Author: | Foster, Jeff, 1971- (Author) |
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| Other Authors: | McLaughlin, Julie, 1984- (Illustrator) |
| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
New York :
Scholastic Inc.,
[2020].
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| Edition: | [First edition]. |
| Subjects: |
| Summary: |
"Now more than ever, it's so important for everyone to understand our government: where it came from, how it works, and how we can bring about change. And, after all, in the words of author and government teacher Jeff Foster, "If you don't participate, you can't complain." This book is a comprehensive and entertaining guide that answers questions like: What is the Constitution? What are the branches of the government? What is the Electoral College? What are the political parties? What are the different responsibilities of the city, state, and federal governments? Plus, discover the complete backstory on some of our government's most important moments, like why we wrote the Declaration of Independence, and how people since then have worked with -- and protested against -- the government to improve the lives of all Americans"-- |
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| Item Description: |
Includes index. |
| Physical Description: |
175 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Audience: |
Ages 8-12. |
| ISBN: |
9781338643084 1338643088 9781338643091 1338643096 |
| Author Notes: |
Yolanda Renee King never met her grandfather, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. But the 13-year-old is one of the countless activists inspired by his actions. As a young activist devoted to fighting racial injustice and gun violence in schools, that's a dream that fuels her further. Jeff Foster is an Advanced Placement Government and Politics teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. His motto to his students has always been: "You can't complain about government if you don't participate." After the tragedy that occurred at his school in February 2018, many students credited "Mr. Foster" with giving them the tools that inspired the Never Again movement and spawned the March for Our Lives. Jeff continues to motivate and inspire his students to become active participants in government. He believes that one person can make a difference, no matter their age. He lives in Boynton Beach, Florida with his wife Loren and two daughters, Lilly and Luciana. |