Description
The executive branch of the United States government is responsible for putting laws into action. This book carefully explains the workings of the executive branch, from its most visible figure, the President, through to the vice president, cabinet, and executive departments and agencies. Key roles such as the Secretary of State, Secretary of Defense, and Attorney General are profiled. A comparison to other executive powers in state and local governments, as well as other countries, is also included. Teacher's guide available.
Title Metadata
Author: |
Bow, James |
Publisher: |
Crabtree Classics |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2013 |
Number of Pages: |
32 |
Dewey: |
351.73 |
Dewey Range: |
300s |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
Interest Age: |
10 |
Accelerated Reader Interest Level: |
Lower Grade |
Accelerated Reader Reading Level: |
5.3 |
Accelerated Reader Point Value: |
0.5 |
Guided Reading Level: |
Q |
Guided Reading Interest Age: |
Grade 4 |
Lexile Level: |
720 |
Lexile Range: |
Developing Reader (500 - 799) |
