History Speaks : Legislative Branch of the Government Review

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(More customer reviews)I homeschool and used this with our 4th and 7th grade children. It was so easy to understand. The book has 46 pgs. and begins with what the Legislative Branch is about. It lists the Articles concerning the House of Rep. on one side of the page; with the meaning of what you just read right beside it. It does the same thing with the Senate. After each section is completed there is an activity to reinforce learning (Fill in the blank, True or False, etc).
A few things covered are: Methods of passing laws, How to write a bill, Write your own bill, Powers of Congress, Stretching the powers of Congress, Powers forbidden to the Federal Govt. and to the states, Checks and balances, separation of powers, Officers of the House and Senate, Congressional committees, PAC, Lobbies, Senator's schedule and Legislative terms.
This book has helped me to better understand how my government works and to appreciate our forefathers foresight in making the three branches work together, while keeping them separate.
The other night when we said it was time for bed, the kids said their committee had presented a bill before the House of Representatives about staying up one hour later to read. They said it had passed the House and was now before the Senate. I, representing the Senate, passed the bill and it was sent to the president (dad) to sign; which he did after much begging for him not to veto the bill. The bill passed~ha!
I highly recommend this set of books. We will start on the Executive Branch Monday (can't wait).

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What is the role of Congress in the U.S. government? How are laws made? What are the differences between the two houses of Congress? This book contains answers to these questions and many more about the Legislative branch of the United States government. Included are Article I of the Constitution which created the Legislative Department, instructions for a mock Congress and many other interesting and informative activities.One of the best ways to encourage young people to grow into responsible citizens is to help them understand how their government works.Students will be intrigued and amazed by the facts revealed in this book, and they'll enjoy discovering for themselves the place of the Judicial branch in it all.This series involves students in examining the history of our government and understanding its impact on our present lives.