What Is the Judicial Branch? (Your Guide to Government) - Softcover

Rodger, Ellen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 077870906X ISBN 13: 9780778709060

Publisher: Crabtree Classics, 2013

Synopsis

The judicial branch of government consists of the nations courts. This title explores the role of the United States Supreme Court and its role in interpreting the U.S. Constitution, as well as the role of Federal Courts. Justices and judges, and how they are selected for their jobs is also provided. A comparison to other judicial bodies in state governments, as well as in other countries, is also included.

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From School Library Journal

Gr 4-6–These volumes provide solid introductory material about the U.S. government. Each book discusses the purpose of each branch; the different positions, such as Chief Justice and Speaker of the House; the work done; and the strengths and the challenges of each branch and how they interact. The texts are clearly written, although there are a couple of instances in which they beg for additional information. For example, in Legislative, the author states, “Most people vote on Election Day. Others vote earlier.” (How? Why?) If “lawmakers do not vote the way whips tell them to...they can be punished.” (How?) The captioned photos are large and attractive. They also display currency by including Barack Obama, John Boehner, Jacob Lew, and other sitting or recent staff members. In Executive, the last paragraph under “Protecting America” stops mid sentence. Most pages include a “What do you think?” box that poses a comprehension or thought question. In addition, each book has a “Learning More” section. Overall these titles are acceptable additions to school collections.–Stephanie Farnlacher, Trace Crossings Elementary School, Hoover, ALα(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

About this edition

• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 077870906X
• ISBN 13: 9780778709060
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32