2019
WISE Score
Amazon
A 'fix-it' manual for the U.S. government that treats middle schoolers like the future voters they are.
4.2
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This is basically the opposite of brain rot. It’s smart, slightly salty, and very necessary.
If your kid is starting to notice that the political world is a bit of a mess, this book gives them the 'why' without the fluff. It’s opinionated, sure, but in a way that invites kids to form their own thoughts rather than just memorizing dates for a test.
It’s a solid pick for any family that wants to raise a kid who actually understands how the machine works.
Perfect for 10-to-14-year-olds. It’s sophisticated enough for teens, but the graphics and stories keep it from being intimidating for 5th graders.
It encourages active citizenship and thoughtful disagreement. It models how to look at a foundational document with both respect and a critical eye, which is a healthy way to engage with the world.
While it is nonfiction, it asks readers to imagine 'what if' scenarios and look at how different states or countries solve the same problems. It pushes kids to think outside the current American box.
It's a middle-grade book about law and history. There are no surprise scares, graphic violence, or inappropriate themes beyond the reality of political history.
This is top-tier civics. It explains complex systems like the Electoral College and gerrymandering through stories that actually make sense to a 12-year-old.
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