The U.S. Capitol : the history of U.S. Congress / Stephane Hillard.
Material type: TextSeries: Landmarks of democracy: American institutionsPublisher: New York : PowerKids Press, [2018]Edition: First editionDescription: 24 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cmContent type:- text
- still image
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781508160977 (pbk. book)
- 150816097X (pbk. book)
- 9781508160991 (library bound book)
- 1508160996 (library bound book)
Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book | Main Library | Children's NonFiction | 328.73 H649 | Available | 33111008855641 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
U.S. Congress was formed concurrently with the United States through the implementation and ratification of the Constitution. This unified body, comprised of the Senate and House of Representatives, makes many of the United States' legislative decisions. Student will learn essential information about this government institution and how its history has affected the operations of the United States government today. A graphic organizer, primary sources, and full-color photographs provide students with additional information about important legislation voted upon by this group of government officials.
Includes index.
The First Continental Congress -- War breaks out -- Congress is created -- Congress's duties -- Becoming a senator -- Structure of the Senate -- Becoming a representative -- Structure of the House of Representatives -- The two chambers meet -- Protecting the country.
U.S. Congress was formed concurrently with the United States through the implementation and ratification of the Constitution. This unified body, comprised of the Senate and House of Representatives, makes many of the United States legislative decisions. Student will learn essential information about this government institution and how its history has affected the operations of the United States government today. A graphic organizer, primary sources, and full-color photographs provide students with additional information about important legislation voted upon by this group of government officials.