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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?

From saving for a new bike to investing their allowance online, kids get the "cents" they need with this. Kids will also learn: How coins and bills are made. What money can buy - from school supplies to fun and games. How credit cards work. Ways to watch money grow - from savings to stocks. Cool financial technology. And more!

When Clara arrived in America, she couldn't speak English. She didn't know that young women had to go to work, that they traded an education for long hours of labor, that she was expected to grow up fast. But that didn't stop Clara. She went to night school, spent hours studying English, and helped support her family by sewing in a shirtwaist factory. Clara never quit, and she never accepted that girls should be treated poorly and paid little.

You've probably heard the word 'empire' before. Perhaps because of the Roman empire. Or maybe even the Star Wars films. But what about the British Empire? Why don't we learn much about this? And what even is an empire, anyway? This book will answer all the important questions about Britain's imperial history. It will explore how Britain's empire once made it the most powerful nation on earth, and how it still affects our lives in many ways today - from the words we use, to the food we eat, the sports we play and even to every grown-up's fixation with a good cup of tea.

Money Matters: Finance Made Fun for Kids Is an engaging, introduction to money and finance for younger audiences. It is geared to give insights into the complicated financial world but in a simplified manner. Although, it is intended for kids and teens, all audiences including parents, grandparents, friends and anyone else will find it beneficial. You will learn about the basics of money, budgeting, investments, bank accounts and more! Let's go, start your journey!!

Invest in Your Child’s Personal Finance – The Fun Way! Introduce your child to the exciting world of investing for kids with this engaging activity book designed to build financial confidence and smart money habits. Learning about personal finance for kids doesn’t have to be boring—this interactive guide makes it fun, educational, and hands-on! Say hello to an action-packed journey where kids will learn how to invest, save, and manage their money with confidence. Whether it’s understanding stocks, setting savings goals, or mastering financial decision-making, this book is the ...

Discover how a young girl who was the star of her school's debate team became a federal jurist and the first Black woman to sit on the United States Supreme Court. Presenting Who HQ Now: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series! Born in Washington, DC, in 1970...

WHAT IF YOUR CHILD COULD MASTER MONEY SKILLS TODAY THAT MOST ADULTS WISH THEY HAD LEARNED YEARS AGO? For most kids and teens, money slips through their fingers. Allowances vanish. First paychecks barely last a week. Student loans pile up faster than expected. The truth is simple: financial success isn’t about how much you earn—it’s about how early you start and how confidently you manage it. This 2-in-1 blueprint for raising financially confident and independent young adults equips your child with the exact tools they need to build a lifelong foundation of money mastery.

LIBERTAD FINANCIERA En este libro la autora te dice lo que ella ha descubierto con un análisis hecho a otras personas para saber qué han utilizado para lograr la libertad financiera, si aprende sobre este método tu libertad financiera llegará sin duda. Las historias que ella te comparte la leeras en solo 30 minutos y son el ejemplo y el resultado de personas conocidas que han logrado éxito utilizando las mismas estrategias. Este método es muy sencillo y 100% efectivo. Las historias son reales con el resultado de personas que han partido desde cero y al cabo de meses y como mucho un ...

Learn about street sweepers.

Even after the institution of slavery became illegal, the legacy of slavery continued through injustices created by the Jim Crow laws. Learn more about these discriminatory laws that have shaped America's past and present. Inspired by a belief that knowledge is power, Read Woke Books seek to amplify the voices of people who are not white, provide information about groups that have been disenfranchised, share perspectives of people who have been underrepresented or oppressed, challenge social norms and disrupt the status quo, and encourage readers to take action in their community.

Why do Americans love a bell that no longer rings? It is the Liberty Bell, and it once rang to announce the birth of a new country, the United States. Find out why Americans still treasure the bell, along with its famous crack.

Learn all about what it takes to run for—and win—the U.S. presidency in this fascinating guide for young readers, part of the trusted What Was? series. It’s the perfect way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! What are the differences between America's two major political parties?...

A middle-grade retelling of Richard Nixon’s downfall, Bringing Down A President: The Watergate Scandal is an inventive and timely look at one of the biggest scandals to ever rock our nation by Andrea Balis and Elizabeth Levy.

Desde Aztlán emigró un pueblo guiado por Huitzilopochtli, el cual fundó la capital de un gran imperio: México-Tenochtitlán. Este tema, aunado al de las características especiales de la cultura, costumbres, organización, etc., hacen de esta obra...

In the late 1800s, American produce king John Nix just wanted to sell tomatoes. But when import taxes on popular vegetables impacted his profits, he knew he had to remedy the situation. Nix set out to prove that tomatoes, which have seeds and grow on vines, were clearly fruits. That was the claim Nix argued all the way to the US Supreme Court. With Nix on Team Fruit, and the US government on Team Vegetable, both sides slung definition after definition in an epic, legal food fight.

Wish your child could understand money without the expensive life lessons? Ever watched your child blow their allowance in minutes, then wonder where it went? Investing for Kids Made Simple turns those "oops" moments into "aha!" opportunities. Created by economist Benedict Goldwyn, this adventure guide transforms how 8-12 year olds see money – from mysterious adult stuff to a tool they can master. Meet Emma and Ethan, two siblings dealing with the same money challenges your child faces today. From the lemonade stand dilemma to birthday money decisions, your child will see themselves in ...

In an immersive, exciting narrative nonfiction format, this powerful book follows a selection of people who experienced the events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

The Fun & Easy Money Guide for Kids Ages 8–12! Help your child build smart money habits early — without boring theory or complicated explanations. This book turns financial literacy into a fun, practical adventure kids actually enjoy reading. Packed with short chapters, relatable examples, and hands-on activities, your child will learn how money works in real life — earning, saving, spending wisely, and watching their money grow. Inside, Kids Will Learn How To: Earn money creatively (not just from chores!) Save for things they truly want Make smarter spending choices Understand ...

Estas civilizaciones, aportaron su arte y sus ideas para conformar, junto con otros pueblos, un área de alta cultura en Mesoamérica. Sin embargo, se tiene conocimiento de la existencia de culturas "preolmecas", de las que se han encontrado señales intactas de su...