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A reference for teen students provides information about the past, present, and future of American elections.
An in-depth introduction to the American election cycle. Fleischer explains the past, present, and future of American elections; how the election process actually works and why it matters; and how young people can become involved-- not just this year, but for years to come.
Author
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
What does it mean to be elected to political office? It means you get to decide how to make a town, a state, or even the whole country a better place to live. But how does someone get elected? And what are the challenges of running for office? Read this book to find out.
5) Vote!
Author
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
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Description
Using a campaign for mayor as an example, shows the steps involved in an election, from the candidate's speeches and rallies, to the voting booth where every vote counts, to the announcement of the winner.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
This book explores voting and elections in America, highlighting the history of the topic, an analysis of the events that shaped it, and an overview of the debates surrounding the topic. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two Case Study special features, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
On election night, all eyes are on the ballot tallies to see which candidates come out on top. But the actual voting process begins much earlier. Years before an election, candidates recruit supporters-voters-to work on their campaign and win support from other voters. Then political party members vote in primaries and caucuses to determine which candidates will represent their party in the general election. Finally, the general election takes place,...
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
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Description
"Introduces early readers to the concept and practice of voting--with a focus on the American presidency. Learn the basic principles of democracy, how political parties are formed, why Election Day is held in early November, and much, much more"--Amazon.com.
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
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What are elections? Why do we have them? Who can vote? Who gets elected and why? Accessible text and explanatory photos help students understand the key concepts of elections and learn why they are important in our democratic government system.
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"...explains the concept of choosing, individually, and as a group, from making a simple choice: "Which do you like better, apples or oranges?", to selecting a class pet, to even more complicated decisions, like electing community representatives." -- amazon.com
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Provide readers with an engaging and relevant introduction to voting and elections leading into a presidential election year. Illustrate the importance of voting and how election outcomes affect readers' day-to-day lives through background context, modern examples, and informative sidebars.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Learn how Americans cast their votes and make their voices heard in national, state, and local elections. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author. Our nation was founded on the notion that a government should be ruled by and for the people. So how...
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