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

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.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Published: 11/01/2014
ISBN: 9781613749777
Pages: 127
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.47h x 10.97w x 0.29d

Review Citations: School Library Journal 10/01/2014 pg. 140
Kirkus Reviews 10/01/2014
Booklist 01/01/2015 pg. 64