The Department of Homeland Security: A Look Behind the Scenes

by Karen Latchana Kenney

Overview

Describes the history of the Department of Homeland Security, and how it has evolved, what the pressing issues are today, and what lies ahead in the near future. Takes a potentially dry topic and makes it accessible for the younger reader. Sidebars highlight important issues and figures in history.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780756559014
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2019
Series:	U.S. Government Behind the Scenes
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	9.25(w) x 10.25(h) x (d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

About the Author

Author and editor Karen Latchana Kenney has written many books for children and young adults. She's interested in all kinds of science subjects, from car science to the life cycle of spiders. Kenney lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband and young son.

Table of Contents

Emergency alert! — Needing civil defense — The birth of the department — Building the department — Security now and into the future — Timeline — Glossary — Additional resources — Source notes — Select bibliography — Index.

Interviews

Easy-to-read text and clear photos make a complex topic accessible for young readers; meets needs of civics curriculum; current events topics can help with debates; critical thinking questions encourage reflection and analysis