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1190L
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"Russian Hacking in American Elections explains how Russia meddled in the 2016 presidential election. It also discusses the response from the United States and the investigation into the events while encouraging readers to form their own opinions" --
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"If it weren't for some very significant moments in history, elections would likely look quite different than they do today. Readers of this engaging volume learn all about some of the most important voting laws to be passed in the United States-from laws set forth in the US Constitution to the key amendments that changed them. Readers learn about landmark legislation that changed history and shaped the nation the United States would become, such...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
990L
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English
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"Offers a broad scope of statistics on U.S. presidential elections from George Washington to Barack Obama. Entries are presented in vivid and colorful info graphic formats, utilizing graphic organizers, timelines, charts, graphs, maps, and other info graphics as appropriate"--
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830L
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Provide readers with an engaging and relevant introduction to voting and elections leading into a presidential election year. Illustrate the importance of voting and how election outcomes affect readers' day-to-day lives through background context, modern examples, and informative sidebars.
6) Donald Trump
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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610L
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English
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This biography introduces readers to Donald Trump including his early career as a real estate developer, his successful television series the Apprentice and the Celebrity Apprentice, and his rise in politics from the Democratic and Reform Parties to his 2016 victory as the Republican candidate for president. Information about his childhood, family, and personal life is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information.
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"The first presidential election in the United States was carried out in a very different way than elections as we know them today. Over the years there have been many prominent and memorable elections to decide the president. Written at a low reading level, this accessible guide uses simple language to reinforce key social studies concepts that are central to upper elementary curricula. Full-color photographs and engaging fact boxes offer further...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1120L
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English
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"The Electoral College is the body of people who elect the president and vice president of the United States. Many U.S. citizens are confused by this system, which dates back to the creation of the U.S. Constitution. When citizens vote for a presidential candidate, they're actually voting for an elector -- someone who will cast a vote for their state for that candidate in the Electoral College. This system is a controversial subject in American politics....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Why is voting to choose the president of the United States important? What is the process and how has it changed? These essential questions and more are answered in this book, which will educate students about an important facet of citizenship. Complete with detailed descriptions, enlightening fact boxes, and engaging imagery, this book will guide readers through the steps and history of voting and introduce them to important historical figures....
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1000L
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Hail to the Chief! Get ready to meet all of our nation's presidents, from George Washington to Donald Trump. This easy-to-read book offers mini biographies and fun facts about each president's accomplishments in the Oval Office and beyond, accompanied by photographs and lists of key events.
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"Though many people in the United States have a basic understanding of how the general election works, there's a lot that goes into it that many voters are unfamiliar with. With the help of this accessible volume, young readers get a head start learning the ins and outs of how our leaders are elected. Colorful photographs and informative fact boxes expand on the main content, while concise text explains challenging topics and prepares readers to someday...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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By the time the U.S. presidential election rolls around every four years, everyone knows who's in the running for office. But how are presidential candidates in the United States chosen? How do candidates get nominated, and what does a nomination mean? Can you become president without a nomination, and why or why not? Readers will learn about political parties, national conventions, special circumstances during nominations, and the history of presidential...
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"Many voters take part in general elections but are largely unaware of how primaries and caucuses work. With the help of this informative book, readers learn all about these important processes that help select candidates to run for office. Struggling readers are able to utilize accessible text to learn about this key facet of the upper elementary social studies curriculum. Eye-catching photographs and educational fact boxes further illustrate important...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Primaries and caucuses are some of the first steps to becoming the president of the United States. Candidates who've announced their intention to run for this important office first have to convince members of their political party (and sometimes others) that they deserve a nomination. Primaries and caucuses help political parties choose their official party candidate. In this volume, readers will learn about the history of and key parts and processes...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
750L
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English
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In 2008, voters chose Barack Obama as the first African American president in the history of the United States. Barack Obama Is Elected President examines this historic event from multiple perspectives, including those of Barack Obama himself, his wife, Michelle, and opposing candidate John McCain
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Every four years in the United States of America, candidates from different political parties stand in front of the nation to showcase their ideas and sell their visions of the future before Election Day. Presidential debates are a way for candidates to share their ideas, show how they are different from other candidates, and garner support from voters. This book outlines the history and background that make these debates so important to the American...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
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English
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"What does a college have to do with presidential elections? If it's the electoral college, a lot! Readers learn all about the electoral college and how it plays a part in our elections"--
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