AGS United States Government

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Please click the links below to see suggested replacement series:
Power Basics American Government
United States Government Student Text
American Government Handbook Series

Explores the origins and development of our government, the history of political parties, and branches of government

What could be more important than learning about government? United States citizens need to stay informed, know their rights, and be involved. It' s basic to a democratic system. The updated United States Government goes beyond planting the seed for citizen participation. This comprehensive text explores the origins and development of our government, the history of political parties, and branches of government. The timely topics of voting, foreign policy, terrorism, economics, and the media's role are covered in detail. United States Government is designed to appeal to students. Colorful graphics, charts, biographies, vocabulary, and study tips motivate learning. Throughout, students are encouraged to relate government to their own lives with these added sidebars: Civics Connection, Did You Know?, Government in Your Life, and Writing About Government.

Benefits:

• Features high-interest, low readability text
• Applies research-based learning and teaching strategies
• Skill Track Software monitors student progress
• Offers document-based readings and questions
• Expands Chapter Reviews with additional question formats- multiple-choice, short response, and critical thinking
• Teacher' s Resource Library CD-ROM Includes hundreds of activities
  

Table of Contents: Beginnings of American Government, Creation of American Government, A Look at the Constitution, The Legislative Branch, The Executive Branch, The President' s Cabinet, Independent Agencies, The Judicial Branch, The 50 States, Local Government, Political Parties, Citizenship, American Economics, Foreign Policy and Trade, Governments of the World.

The Wraparound Teacher's Edition provides the full student text plus teaching strategies, lesson overviews, application activities, ideas for classroom activities, and tips on learning styles.

This program is ideal for:

• Special Education / Special Needs
• Struggling Learners
• Students-at-Risk
• Learning Disabled
• Remedial Education
• Differentiated Education

This series is going Out of Print and only the items shown are available.