So You Want to Be a U.S. Senator

by Kassandra Radomski

Overview

So you want to be a U. S. senator? Find out the requirements, the roles and responsibilities, and how you can put yourself on the path to becoming a member of Congress.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781543571950
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2019
Series:	Being in Government
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.75(w) x 8.75(h) x (d)
Lexile:	880L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Wanted: U.S. Senator 4

Chapter 2 Get All The Details 6

Chapter 3 Making Laws 14

Chapter 4 What Else Do Senators Do? 18

Chapter 5 Senate Leaders 26

Chapter 6 Get Involved Now! 28

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Critical Thinking Questions 31

Index 32

Interviews

Differentiates the responsibilities and powers of government officials at various levels and branches of government (D2.Civ.1.3-5.),  Examines the origins and purposes of rules, laws, and key U.S. constitutional provisions. (D2.Civ.3.3-5.), •Explains how groups of people make rules to create responsibilities and protect freedoms. (D2.Civ.4.3-5.),  Describes ways in which people benefit from and are challenged by working together, including through government, workplaces, voluntary organizations, and families. (D2.Civ.6.3-5.), Identifies core civic virtues and democratic principles that guide government, society, and communities. (D2.Civ.8.3-5.)

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2019

Gr 3–6—An attention-grabbing headline ("Wanted: Commander in Chief") and a job-description, followed by a detailed outline of each position, its central responsibilities, and how the job fits into the philosophy of American public service are included in each volume. A good balance of longer sections of text, lists, infographics, and color photographs helps this series reach a wide audience. The books' covers feature balanced gender representation and affirm racial and ethnic diversity. Leaders from administrations from throughout history are represented as well, with current lawmakers, both male and female, in the spotlight. Historically underrepresented groups and their contributions to our government, in both the past and the present, are celebrated. This series is notable for its suggestions for getting started in each career, making it useful for early to middle grade readers. VERDICT An exciting and practical series that will inspire any hopeful government leader.

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