Separation of Powers

by Daniel R. Faust

Overview

When the Founding Fathers forged the government for the newly independent United States of America, they were careful not to give too much power to any one person or group. The separation of power between the three branches of government is one of the hallmarks of American democracy. Your readers will examine the concept of the separation of power and how it applies to the government of the United States. Text is presented in accessible chunks and supported by primary sources, charts, and graphic organizers. Designed for struggling teen readers, this book will help them understand key concepts in the U.S. government and history curriculum.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781499468670
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2020
Series:	Rosen Verified: U.S. Government Series
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	13 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

The History of Separation 4

From Ancient Greece to the Enlightenment 6

Branches of Government 8

Checks and Balances 10

The U.S. Constitution 12

The Legislative Branch 14

The Powers of the Legislative Branch 16

The Executive Branch 18

The Powers of the Executive Branch 20

The Judicial Branch 22

The Powers of the Judicial Branch 24

Legislative Checks and Balances 26

Executive Checks and Balances 28

Judicial Checks and Balances 30

Necessary and Proper 32

Executive Orders 34

More Checks and Balances 36

Separation of Powers Around the World 38

The British System 40

The Mexican System 42

Truly Balanced? 44

Glossary 46

Index 48

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2021

Gr 3–6—These six comprehensive volumes provide overviews of the various facets of the U.S. government. For example, Inside Congress explains how Congress was established by the Constitution and includes the creation of the bicameral legislature, while The Bill of Rights explores the importance of protecting people's rights while providing overviews of the amendments. Information is presented in an organized and straightforward manner. However, some information is already dated. A list of female Supreme Court justices in Inside the Supreme Court excludes Amy Coney Barrett; The Electoral College states, "For the 2020 election, the likely swing states are…" and provides current electoral numbers for some states. Photographs and illustrations complement the text. Otherwise, there are no errors, and some of the volumes will be of use to report writers. VERDICT These titles will supply necessary information for researchers and, except for Inside the Supreme Court and The Electoral College, should be considered as needed.

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