Immigration

With special interest panels that will encourage debate, this series increases young readers' awareness of current affairs and helps them understand complex world issues.

This child, every child : a book about the world's children

A groundbreaking book of statistics and stories that compare the lives of children around the world today.Every second of every day, four more children are added to the world's population of over 2.2 billion children. Some of these 2.2 billion children will be cared for and have enough to eat and a place to call home. Many others will not be so fortunate.The bestselling author-illustrator team …

Flight with foldout jumbo jet

Flight explores and explains the fascinating story of our urge to fly - from the first fake wings to the incredibly courageous flights made in early balloons, airships, gliders, planes, and spacecraft. Wonderful Discovery artwork reveals how all kinds of creatures fly and how we successfully exploit and adapt these natural techniques. Includes a panoramic eight-page gatefold revealing the cock…

National government

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

9781432927080

Collation

32 pages : illustration : 27 cm

Series Title

Kid's Guide to Government

Call Number

320 GIE

Hats, hats, hats

"A hat can say a lot about where you come from, what you do, and who you are. You see, there's a lot more under a hat than just a head! With dazzling full-color photographs and an index.

Democracy

Linnie's pioneer family was separated by a family feud. Now living in California, Linnie tries to reunite her family through letters to her sister in Nebraska. Cover-to-Cover Novel.

What is communism?

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

9781482403190

Collation

48 pages : illustration ; 26 cm

Series Title

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Call Number

321.92 KEN

Monarchy

Monarchy is a form of government in which a hereditary ruler serves as head of state, typically for life. Monarchies have existed since the dawn of human civilization. But while the kings and queens, emperors and empresses of the past wielded broad (and often absolute) power, many of today's monarchs perform ceremonial functions only. This book examines the various forms that monarchy has taken…

Socialism and communism

Socialism and communism have roots dating back to ancient Greece. But as forms of government, these two systems are relatively new.

Communism

"Describes what the communist system of government is, how the leaders come to power over a country, and what it is like to live under such a regime. The history of how communism has evolved, the rise and fall of leaders, and the future of communist countries are examined"--Provided by publisher.