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V IS FOR VOTING

Kate Farrell, illustrated by Caitlin Kuhwald. Henry Holt, Company

An alphabetical introduction to democracy and voting, this book uses an A-to-Z structure to emphasize why casting a vote matters. It includes familiar historical figures associated with groups that fought for voting rights in the United States. A voting timeline and further information about historic individuals provide added context. The book connects the alphabet format with civic participation, democracy, and the history of voting rights.

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Book details

Word Count
251
Themes
Government And Civics · History · Social Justice
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Published
July 21, 2020
Pages
40
ISBN-13
9781250231253
Language
English
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