Bibliograph

Checks and balances, by Karen Latchana Kenney

Type

Label

Checks and balances, by Karen Latchana Kenney

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Checks and balances

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1268543128

Responsibility statement

by Karen Latchana Kenney

Series statement

U.S. Government : need to know

Summary

"The United States government is strong. But no single person has all that power. What do you know about checks and balances? Discover the roles of the three branches of government, how their power is divided, and the systems that stop any one part of government from getting too strong." --, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

New presidents -- Parts and powers -- Making laws -- Executive orders -- The power to choose -- Cabinet and appointees -- You're out! -- Declaring war -- Balance of power -- The separation of powers -- SilverTips for Success -- Glossary -- Read more -- Learn more online -- Index -- About the author

Target audience

primary

Classification