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Understanding Your Civil Rights

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What are our civil rights, and how are they different from our legal rights? What do gender, age, discrimination, and the U.S. Constitution have to do with our civil rights? Using engaging, age-appropriate language and colorful photos, readers decipher our nation's civil rights laws and learn how they protect our citizens.
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    • School Library Journal

      April 1, 2018

      Gr 6-8-This series not only provides insight into U.S. political processes, but also acts as a guide to getting involved in government. The history behind U.S. legal rights and the documents ensuring their endurance are explored, as are the branches of government and how they coexist. The voting and election processes, civil rights violations, and organizations that work to protect citizens' rights are also highlighted. The differences between civic duty and civic responsibility are thoroughly explored with concrete examples. Finally, each volume stresses the importance of youth involvement and provides ideas for readers looking to make a difference. VERDICT For the civic-minded, this is a useful tool for promoting thoughtful citizenship among youth.

      Copyright 2018 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:5.7
  • Lexile® Measure:900
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:4-5

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