Elementary Civics (1916)

von Charles McCarthy, Flora Swan, Jennie Willing McMullin

264 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Elementary Civics is a book written by Charles McCarthy and first published in 1916. The book is intended as a guide to the principles and practices of American government for students in elementary schools. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the structure of government, the roles and responsibilities of citizens, and the importance of civic engagement.The book is divided into four parts. The first part focuses on the foundations of American government, including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the structure of the federal government. The second part explores the rights and responsibilities of citizens, including the right to vote, the importance of civic participation, and the role of the media in shaping public opinion.The third part of the book examines the functions of government, including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. It also covers topics such as taxation, public services, and national defense. The final part of the book looks at the role of the United States in the world, including its foreign policy and its relationships with other countries.Throughout the book, McCarthy emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and encourages students to become active and informed citizens. He also includes numerous examples and case studies to illustrate key concepts and to help students understand how government works in practice.Overall, Elementary Civics is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to American government and citizenship that remains relevant today. It provides a solid foundation for students to understand the principles and practices of democracy and to become active and engaged citizens.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Kinder, Jugendliche und Bildung Allgemeine Interessen Geschichte und Vergangenheit
• ISBN: 9781436831185
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC