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Ulysses S. Grant

Don McLeese (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941195

This book describes the life of Ulysses S. Grant, a general in the Union army and a U.S. president.

CIA and FBI

David Baker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941263

Explains the CIA and the FBI, threats of terrorism, and the potential solutions to rid the world of terrorist attacks.

Hideouts and Training Camps

David Baker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941294

Explores places where terrorists hide and recruit, why they lead very secret lives, and some of the high-tech responses since 9/11.

Department of Defense and The State Department

David Baker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941270

Explains the Department of Defense and the State Department, threats of terrorism, and potential solutions to rid the world of terrorism.

Department of Homeland Security

David Baker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941287

Explains how the Department of Homeland Security works to fight threats of terrorism and develop potential solutions needed to rid the world of terrorism.

Bill of Rights

David Armentrout (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604729528

Explains the early history of how the bill of rights came to be and how it is used to protect citizens.

Emancipation Proclamation

David Armentrout (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604729511

Follows the Thirteenth Amendment that freed the slaves, the end of the war, and the death of President Abraham Lincoln.

State Guides to Flowers

Linden McNeilly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425694

Scientific and anecdotal information about each of the fifty states' official state flower and the processes used to select it.

State Guides to Historic Monuments

Linden McNeilly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425687

Historical and anecdotal information about selected major historic monuments and sites in each of the fifty states.

Ask a Congressperson

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629128

Governing the United States: Ask a Congressperson introduces readers to the very important position of a member of the House of Representatives. Using a question and answer format, this 24-page book provides basic information about a congressperson's job, authority, and everyday functions. The Governing the United States series introduces people and their specific roles in shaping the laws and communities of the United States. With an easy-to-read Q&A format, young readers will explore how people get these jobs, what powers they hold, and just what it is they do every day. Each title in this collection also includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity.

Ask a Judge

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629180

Governing the United States: Ask a Judge introduces readers to the very important role of a judge at various levels of United States government. Using a question and answer format, this 24-page book provides basic information about a judge's job, authority, and everyday functions. The Governing the United States series introduces people and their specific roles in shaping the laws and communities of the United States. With an easy-to-read Q&A format, young readers will explore how people get these jobs, what powers they hold, and just what it is they do every day. Each title in this collection also includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity.

Ask the Attorney General

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629159

Governing the United States: Ask the Attorney General introduces readers to the very important position of the attorney general of the United States and of individual states or territories. Using a question and answer format, this 24-page book provides basic information about the attorney general's job, authority, and everyday functions. The Governing the United States series introduces people and their specific roles in shaping the laws and communities of the United States. With an easy-to-read Q&A format, young readers will explore how people get these jobs, what powers they hold, and just what it is they do every day. Each title in this collection also includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity.

Ask the Governor

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629067

Governing the United States: Ask the Governor introduces readers to the very important position of governor and what governors do for their states. Using a question and answer format, this 24-page book provides basic information about a governor's job, authority, and everyday functions. The Governing the United States series introduces people and their specific roles in shaping the laws and communities of the United States. With an easy-to-read Q&A format, young readers will explore how people get these jobs, what powers they hold, and just what it is they do every day. Each title in this collection also includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity.

Ask the Mayor

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629036

Governing the United States: Ask the Mayor introduces readers to the very important position of mayor and what mayors do for their cities. Using a question and answer format, this 24-page book provides basic information about a mayor's job, authority, and everyday functions. The Governing the United States series introduces people and their specific roles in shaping the laws and communities of the United States. With an easy-to-read Q&A format, young readers will explore how people get these jobs, what powers they hold, and just what it is they do every day. Each title in this collection also includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity.

Ask the President

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629098

Governing the United States: Ask the President introduces readers to the very important position of president and what a president does for the country. Using a question and answer format, this 24-page book provides basic information about a president's duties, authority, perks, and everyday functions. The Governing the United States series introduces people and their specific roles in shaping the laws and communities of the United States. With an easy-to-read Q&A format, young readers will explore how people get these jobs, what powers they hold, and just what it is they do every day. Each title in this collection also includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity.

FBI Agents

Madison Capitano (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731639738

With the highest security clearances, these law enforcement agents are at the very top. Stolen art? Murderer at large? A high-stakes kidnapping? Don’t worry, FBI agents are on the case!

Shirley Chisholm

J. P. Miller (author) Markia Jenai (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731639578

Shirley knew that the world needed change. She began to organize people and fight to make a difference. Working in the government could improve the lives of people all over the United States! Her work took her all the way to the presidential campaign trail. In this 24-page book from the Leaders Like Us series, you'll meet an important African American leader in the United States government – Shirley Chisholm!

State Guides to Flags

Martin Gitlin (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425663

Historical and anecdotal information about each of the fifty states' official state flags, including the inspiration of the design.

The American Flag

Jeanne Sturm (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179683

The American flag is a symbol of freedom and patriotism. From the first flag that donned thirteen stars for the original thirteen colonies, to the flag we know today, it has always brought pride to the people of America. Many poems and songs have been written about Old Glory, and she flies in front of schools, government offices, and is waved in parades as a symbol of our freedom and all who fought to protect and preserve it. This book will allow students to determine the main idea of a text; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.

Reconstruction

Katie Marsico

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1606944487

Learn about recontruction in American history through engaging text, detailed illustrations and photos of artifacts.

FEMA

Carla Mooney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627178976

This book discusses how FEMA responds to all kinds of disasters and brings relief and help to people in need.

SWAT

Tom Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627178952

This book describes the skills, equipment, and training of SWAT teams.

National Mall

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179720

The National Mall, one of our country's most beautiful symbols, includes gardens, monuments, museums, and open spaces that make this serene landmark a wonderful, peaceful place to visit.

Liberty Bell

Cristie Reed (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179713

The Liberty Bell is over 260 years old and can be traced back to William Penn. Created to commemorate Penn's visionary work, it now stands as one of our nation's most valued symbols of peace, liberty, and freedom for all.

The Star Spangled Banner

Cristie Reed (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179706

"The Star Spangled Banner" became the national anthem of the United States in 1931. Uniting Americans with pride every time it is played, it always brings a sense of loyalty and honor to the citizens of the United States of America.