Bibliograph

Article II, building the executive branch, by Katie Kawa

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Article II, building the executive branch, by Katie Kawa

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes glossary, bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrationsphotographsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Article II

Nature of contents

bibliographydictionaries

Responsibility statement

by Katie Kawa

Series statement

The Constitution explained!

Sub title

building the executive branch

Summary

"Americans often have questions about what the president can and can't do, and many of these questions are answered in Article II of the US Constitution. From declaring war to appointing ambassadors and Supreme Court justices, the powers of the presidency are outlined in this helpful guide to the executive branch. The informative text connects the past and present using language from the Constitution explained in an accessible way and current examples of the executive branch in action. Featuring primary sources, graphic organizers, fact boxes, and sidebars, this engaging reading experience helps foster a sense of informed and active citizenship."--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

The Power of the President -- Naming the Leader -- Electing the President -- Who Can Run? -- Taking Over -- Presidential Payment -- The Oath of Office -- Commander in Chief -- Dealing with Other Countries -- Job Openings -- The State of the Union -- Can Presidents Be Punished? -- A Strong and Balanced Government -- Glossary -- For more information -- Index

Target audience

juvenile

resource.variantTitle

The Constitution explained!Article two

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