How Are Laws Made?
Laws affect almost every part of our daily lives, so students should understand both why we have them and how they come to be. From introduction as a bill to reaching the president's desk in the oval office, the process is outlined step-by-step in this excellent volume. Key players in the process are highlighted along with landmark laws, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Full-color photographs, and quotes from famous Americans further enhance the informative narrative. Obscure terms like filibuster and cloture come to light as readers learn about the importance of the legislative system.
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How Are Laws Made?
Laws affect almost every part of our daily lives, so students should understand both why we have them and how they come to be. From introduction as a bill to reaching the president's desk in the oval office, the process is outlined step-by-step in this excellent volume. Key players in the process are highlighted along with landmark laws, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Full-color photographs, and quotes from famous Americans further enhance the informative narrative. Obscure terms like filibuster and cloture come to light as readers learn about the importance of the legislative system.
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How Are Laws Made?

How Are Laws Made?

by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
How Are Laws Made?

How Are Laws Made?

by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

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Overview

Laws affect almost every part of our daily lives, so students should understand both why we have them and how they come to be. From introduction as a bill to reaching the president's desk in the oval office, the process is outlined step-by-step in this excellent volume. Key players in the process are highlighted along with landmark laws, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Full-color photographs, and quotes from famous Americans further enhance the informative narrative. Obscure terms like filibuster and cloture come to light as readers learn about the importance of the legislative system.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781538264157
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Publication date: 07/30/2021
Series: U.S. Government Q & A!
Pages: 24
Product dimensions: 8.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 7 - 8 Years

Table of Contents

What Is a Law? 4

Who Will Be in Charge? 6

It Begins with an Idea 8

The First Step in Congress 10

The Dob of Committees 12

Yes or No? 14

Almost There 16

What Does the President Think? 18

From 1789 Through Today 20

Glossary 22

For More Information 23

Index 24

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