How the U.S. Government Works

A Kid’s Guide to Civics

by Syl Sobel J.D.

We are living in an unprecedented time. It feels so important that kids should know how the government is supposed to work so that, when their time comes to vote and more, they can make good choices.

This relatively short book packs in a lot of information. Kids (and maybe adults too) can learn a good deal in these pages. There are sections on congress, the executive branch, the president’s jobs, the courts, and more, including a resource guide.

This illustrated title is written in a clear and easy to understand style. I like that the author also engages kids with questions about which to think.

I highly recommend this book for both school and home libraries.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Kids for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 03 June 2025

Children’s Nonfiction

48 pages

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