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Author
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Educating for citizenship was the original mission of American schools, but for decades that knowledge-also known as civics education-has been in decline, as schools have shifted focus to college and career, STEM, and raising reading and math scores. But over the last few years, spurred on by political polarization and a steep decline in public understanding, civics education is seeing a nation-wide resurgence, as school leaders, educators, and parents...
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Series
Publisher
Children's Press, An Imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
©2019.
Language
English
Description
"Kids can be good citizens, too. They have freedoms within the groups they belong to and responsibilities to show they care with their words and their actions. In We Are Good Citizens readers will explore what being a good citizen means at home, at school, and in the world."--Provided by publisher.
3) Congress
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Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
The United States Congress is the only branch of government chosen exclusively by the people! Made up of the House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, there are 535 members in Congress. Meeting several times a year in the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., they work to make laws for our country, as well as many other important tasks. The term limits of House and Senate members are discussed, as well as the qualifications, background, and jobs...
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Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
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Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Figure Skating in the Global Citizens: Olympic Sports series explores the sport through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of figure skating. Content includes information on multiple Olympic events in the category. As they read, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a...
Author
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"In an era when democracy is at critical risk, is it reasonable to expect the education system―already buckling under the ordeal of a global pandemic―to solve the converging problems of inequality, climate change, and erosion of trust in government and science? Will more civics instruction help? In Can Schools Save Democracy? Michael J. Feuer offers a new approach to addressing these questions with a strategy for improving the process and substance...
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Language
English
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"New York Times bestselling author Isabel Gillies picks up where our cultural fascination with hygge leaves off in this fresh and inspiring look on the subtle art of cozy: Part manifesto, part lifestyle guide, part memoir, Cozy shows readers that true comfort comes from within"--
Series
Publisher
Kaplan Publishing, a division of Kaplan, Inc
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
An official online-prep guide to the GED Test provides more than 1,000 practice questions, essential reviews of all GED subjects, strategies for writing the RLA extended response and two full-length practice tests.
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
The phenomenal growth of gaming has inspired plenty of hand-wringing since its inception--from the press, politicians, parents, and everyone else concerned with its effect on our brains, bodies, and hearts. But what if games could be good, not only for individuals but for the world? In Power Play, Asi Burak and Laura Parker explore how video games are now pioneering innovative social change around the world. As the former executive director and now...
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"In this lively collection of conversations--the third in a series from David Rubenstein--some of our nations' greatest minds explore the inspiring story of America as a grand experiment in democracy, culture, innovation, and ideas. -Jill Lepore on the promise of America -Madeleine Albright on the American immigrant -Ken Burns on war -Henry Louis Gates Jr. on reconstruction -Elaine Weiss on suffrage -John Meacham on civil rights -Walter Isaacson on...
Publisher
SkyLight Paths Pub
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
The world is in crisis and it seems that many are looking to women to heal the planet and our human family. Before women can step into our full potential as leaders and guides in this moment, we must individually reconnect with our deepest wisdom and with our spiritual roots; collectively heal the many dimensions of separation that keep us fragmented and ineffective as agents of social change; and globally reclaim our rightful place as spiritual leaders...
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Press, an imprint of St, Martin's Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"The incredible, untold story of the WWII vets who overthrew their corrupt hometown government--the only successful armed rebellion on US soil since the War of Independence. Corrupt politician Paul Cantrell was in complete control of McMinn County, Tennessee, his whims enforced by the violent Sheriff Pat Mansfield and his deputies. On Election Day, Cantrell and the sheriff seized the ballot boxes and brought them to the jail "to be counted" in secret....
Publisher
The New Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"The presidential election of 2016 highlighted some long-standing flaws in American democracy and added a few new ones. Across the political spectrum, most Americans do not believe that democracy is delivering on its promises of fairness, justice, shared prosperity, or security in a changing world. The nation cannot even begin to address climate change and economic justice if it remains paralyzed by political gridlock. Democracy Unchained is about...
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Language
English
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Description
"Read this book to help bring to life your vision of a future in tech. With practical advice and inspiring stories, you'll develop the right tools and the right mindset. Whether you're just considering going into tech or you want to take your current career to the next level, Women of Color in Tech will show you how to uncover the resources you need to succeed."--
18) U.S. citizenship
Author
Series
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
In this book, expert citizenship and ESL instructor Jennifer Gagliardi walks you through the ins and outs of the complicated process of obtaining citizenship in the United States. From preparing for test day to understanding the interview process and learning about recent changes to immigration laws, this book demystifies the legal process of transforming a foreign national into a citizen of the U.S. You will get up-to-date information on the various...
19) V is for voting
Author
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
©2020.
Language
English
Description
"A timely picture book that acts as an introduction to civics for young readers"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Part of an inspiring series of books that supports students in understanding government and civics in the United States, Making the Rules interweaves historical context, events, and personalities with the experiences of modern Americans to help students understand key social studies topics, including the origins of American institutions and values and their relevance to young people's lives today. The book explores government's impact on daily life,...
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