politics, practical

"Amanda Adams has always dreamed of running for class president. Her mom is a member of Congress and her dad is a political strategist who manages her mother's campaigns. Politics is in her DNA. She has the perfect VP in mind for the school ticket--her best friend Meghan Hart. But when Amanda finds out that Meghan has political ambitions of her own, these two best friends suddenly find themselves on opposite sides of the aisle, and, as each girl mounts her campaign, it's clear the gloves are about to come off. As the rest of their classmates begin to choose sides, the girls realize how they carry themselves over the coming weeks will have a lasting impact on the outcome"--Provided by publisher.

"Dean and Dre, the seventeen-year-old sons of the Republican and Democratic candidates for president of the United States, fall in love on the sidelines of their parents' presidential campaigns"--Provided by publisher.

A guide to understanding politics that covers states and governments; the rule of law; equality; liberal democracy; political ideologies; elections and electoral systems; parties and party systems; pressure groups; the media; constitutions; the executive and legislative branches; bureaucracy; the judiciary and law enforcement; sub-national government; and nation-states.

"Guatemalan-American high school senior Millie Vargas struggles to balance her family's needs with her own ambitions, especially after her mother's employer, a Senate candidate, uses Millie as a poster child for 'deserving' immigrants"--Provided by the publisher.

This accessible narrative helps readers to understand and connect with the political process and to find a role for themselves within that process.

"Ever since Nor was forced to go to a nearby kingdom in her sister's place, she's wanted nothing more than to return to the place and people she loves. But when her wish comes true, she soon finds herself cast out from both worlds, with a war on the horizon. As an old enemy resurfaces more powerful than ever, Nor will have to keep the kingdom from falling apart with the help of Print Talin and Nor's twin sister, Zadie. There are forces within the world more mysterious than any of them ever guessed--and they'll need to stay alive long enough to conquer them"--OCLC.

Sofia is put in charge of overseeing a fair election for a class pet, but first the Questioneers must learn about elections and good journalism--and remember that being a community matters most. Includes facts about the Delano Grape Strike, presidential elections, journalism, and the importance of voting.

"Read all about elections around the world. Find out who is a candidate, how voting takes place, and what you can do to be a part of your school elections"--Back cover.

"Gives readers an introduction to how political candidates develop campaign strategies, create a central message, develop a winning campaign team, connect with voters, and ultimately win elections. Profiles of young activists who have successfully organized people in their communities to advance a political cause provide inspiration for readers to get involved in the political process themselves"--Provided by publisher.

Both Froggy and Frogilina are running for class president, and both have compelling platforms--but which candidate will voters choose?.