Rosen Verified: U.S. Government

There's been a lot of buzz lately about how some of the Founding Fathers' values were different from our own. So how exactly does a 200-year-old document relate to our contemporary society? This book discusses the origin of the Bill of Rights, details each of the first ten amendments, and helps readers connect these fundamental rights with present-day issues. Colorful graphics, photographs, informative fact boxes, and an accessible narrative make this complex topic easy to read about.

The rule of law is a core component of any modern society, and the judges who interpret laws have a difficult job. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the Supreme Court, the highest judicial body in the United States. This book offers a discussion of one of America's most notable institutions, explaining what the court does and how justices are selected. Some of its most famous cases are highlighted. Guided by accessible text and vibrant full-color photographs, readers will explore this important branch of the federal government.

The president of the United States holds the most important office in the country. The person who is elected to fill this position represents the nation's highest commitment to the rule of law. The process by which this job is filled can be difficult for struggling readers to grasp, leaving them uninformed. With a focus on simple language and helpful graphics, this book makes the ins and outs of a presidential election easy to understand. Readers will be directed to the Constitution for ultimate guidance, but this primary source is explained with clear examples of its use, from the founding of the nation to modern times.

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.

The democratic process is one of the most iconic and important parts of American history and culture. However, there has long been controversy surrounding one particular aspect of that process: the Electoral College. Packed with easily digestible text, eye-catching graphic features, and engaging fact boxes, this book provides a primer on the Electoral College, how it works, and why some people argue it should be abolished and replaced with a popular voting process.

Article I of the U.S. Constitution established the U.S. Congress. As the legislative branch of the government, both houses of Congress play an important role in the country. Your readers will explore both chambers of the nation's lawmaking body, with a focus on the various duties of the Senate and the House of Representatives. Essential concepts in the U.S. government and history curriculum are presented in easy-to-digest sections, with a focus on engaging struggling readers through accessible content. Primary sources, graphic organizers, and charts supplement the narrative and make challenging concepts clear.