federal government

In the past, a Nation was a group of Indigenous People who were connected by common rituals, beliefs, and language. A confederacy was an alliance between two or more Native American Nations.

Provides a cultural and historical context for the development of the United States from 1800 to 1811, and includes Thomas Jefferson's story, the Louisiana Purchase, Lewis and Clark, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Breaks down each section of the Constitution and its amendments, and provides a concise overview of the field of constitutional law as it is applied around the world and in various forms of government.

The events surrounding the creation of the U.S. Constitution did not look the same to everyone involved. Readers can step back in time and into the shoes of a serving girl at a Pennsylvania boardinghouse, a law clerk in the state of Virginia, and an apprentice printer as readers act out scenes that took place in the midst of this historic event. Written with simplified, considerate text to help struggling readers, books in this series are made to build confidence as readers engage and read aloud. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, and timeline.

Readers learn about the history and modern implications of the Second Amendment.

The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees that Congress "shall make no law... abridging the freedom of speech or of the press." But what does that mean? In this easy-to-understand book, readers will learn more about the background and history of the First Amendment and its promises, including freedom of speech. They'll learn what that means-and doesn't mean-and more about common misconceptions about this important right. Accessible text dealing with real-life situations and graphics further explaining the details will draw in anyone interested in knowing about basic American rights.

"Readers learn about the powers states have in America today, the history of these rights, and how this idea has been used as justification for war and discrimination"--Provided by publisher.

". . . explains what is in the Constitution and what it all means. You'll explore with [Hudson] . . . the powers of the President, the Congress, and the Courts--and how the three branches of government fit together. You'll look at how it protects your individual rights--and how it promotes 'the general welfare' of all citizens. Learn about the different individual rights and common goods--and how they sometimes conflict"--Back cover.

"Examines the US government, providing information on everything from the founding of the US government, to the writing of the Constitution, to information on the Biden administration. It covers the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, and spotlight features highlight key individuals who have shaped the US government"--OCLC.

"A deeply-researched, dramatic, and character-driven narrative account of the violent struggle between Union and Confederate forces to claim the American West during the Civil War"--.