Civics Q&A

Introduces young readers to the legislation process in the United States.

An introduction to what elections in the United States are, and how they work.

Looks at the powers of the United States government for children, focusing on the Congress, the president and veto power, the courts, and other topics.

Introduces young readers to the taxation process in the United States.

Introduces young readers to the citizenship process in the United States.

Provides an introduction to the Bill of Rights, looks at other civil and political rights, and discusses citizens' responsibilities.

Explains elections and voting, discussing voter registration, researching candidates and issues, casting a ballot and tallying the results. Explains the importance of participating in civic duties.

Paying taxes is an important part of keeping cities, states, and the country running. Readers will learn about the different things taxes pay for, such as schools, police, and roads, and explain why taxes are the way we pay for these things.

Describes the difference between a right and a responsibility, gives examples of rights people have stood up and fought for, and of responsibilities that are part of good citizenship. Readers will gain a new understanding of the importance of the relationship between citizenship and society.

Learn about laws and law making processes. Plus answers to questions about laws, why laws are in place, who makes laws, and how laws are written and passed, will be answered. Also explain the purpose of laws, with special attention given to how a bill proceeds through Congress to become a law.