This fascinating book describes the characteristics of a dictatorship, a political system in which an individual has absolute power to rule without the consent of citizens. Dictatorships… More →

Government is a word we hear all the time but what does it really mean? The fact is government is another word for a group of people working together to help all of us. That is the central… More →

This book introduces early readers to maps. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading! More →

This intriguing book describes the characteristics of a monarchy, a political system in which political power (usually inherited) rests with a monarch - a king or queen. Today, only six… More →

This compelling book describes the characteristics of an oligarchy, a political system in which the government's power rests with a small but highly influential segment of a society. These… More →

This interesting book describes the characteristics of a theocracy, a political system in which a deity, or god, is considered to be the supreme ruler of the state. Religion plays the central More →

What does it mean to be a citizen? Accessible text and relatable examples introduce young readers to this core concept and highlight the rights and responsibilities all citizens share.… More →

Culture is the way people live. It is the languages they speak, the clothes they wear, the foods they eat, the stories they write or tell, their art and history, the kinds of buildings they… More →

Democratic governments and processes are based on shared ideals for the common good of all citizens. Find out what these democratic values are and how to take part in democracy in your own… More →

Religion is the belief in a power greater than oneself. Many people call this power God. This insightful book introduces children to the world's great religions: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, More →