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What is a presidential election? / by Douglas Yacka ; illustrations by Robert Squier, Ted Hammond, and others.
"Who can run for president? What are the differences between America's two major political parties? Is the Electoral College really a college? The newly updated What Is a Presidential Election? answers these questions and many, many more. From stump speeches to campaign slogans, debates to nominating conventions, and finally to Election Night and Inauguration Day, readers will learn all about what it takes to run for-and win-the most powerful job on earth. Activities throughout prompt readers to think about the issues they care most about and consider what makes a good president, sparking discussion with friends and family. Includes a sheet of presidential bobblehead stickers and a color-your-own Electoral Map for the upcoming 2024 election!"-- Publisher's website.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780593753231 (paperback)
- ISBN: 0593753232 (paperback)
- Physical Description: 106 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm + 1 sticker sheet + 1 poster.
- Publisher: New York : Penguin Workshop, 2024.
- Copyright: ©2024.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "An official WHO HQ book"--Cover. "This revised edition (updated for the 2024 election) explains American presidential campaigns and includes stickers, activities, and a color-your-own Electoral Map!"--Publisher's website. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | What is a presidential election? -- Checks and balances -- To run or not to run -- Ready, set, start campaigning! -- Show us the money! -- On the campaign trail -- Party time? -- "I like Ike" -- The Electoral College -- Red, blue, and purple -- Home stretch -- Election day. |
| Target Audience Note: | Middle Grade (8-12) Penguin Workshop. |
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| Subject: | Presidents > United States > Election. Political campaigns > United States. Elections > United States. United States > Politics and government. |
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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| Covington Branch | J 324.973 Yack (Text) | 33126026219422 | J New Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Erlanger Branch | J 324.973 Yack (Text) | 33126026219414 | J New Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Independence Branch | J 324.973 Yack (Text) | 33126026219430 | J New Nonfiction | Available | - |