"Prominently featured photos, artwork, and other visual elements will guide young adult readers through this lively, informative exploration of significant protests, sit-ins, and collective acts of resistance throughout US history."--

Modern presidents face resistance from a split nation. Political Resistance in the Current Age covers movements that resisted recent presidential administrations from George W. Bush to Donald Trump, what inspired the movements, and the change they brought about. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.

Explains what the Electoral College is, how it works, and why it was established.

Explore what it means to be a citizen of the United States while learning how history has shaped our modern lives and values.

Even though congresspeople are adults, they still represent kids! Readers will gain the confidence to talk to all kinds of elected representatives, from local town council members to the president. Helpful tips about letter-writing skills, modern technology, and more give specific ideas to kids who want to be more involved in their communities. Written in standard Latin American Spanish.-- From publisher.

"Did you know that voting in any election--from mayor to president--is a privilege and a right? Americans eighteen and older are allowed to vote! But this hasn't always been the case for everyone. From the founders of this country to Jim Crow to women's suffrage to gerrymandering--and everything in between--Erin Geiger Smith takes an in-depth look at the fascinating and complex history of voting in the United States. Learn the history, discover what...