Who's in Charge?

by Alexander Cox

Meet the people who really run the world and learn the low down about people, politics, power and expense scandals! How are governments elected, why are different countries ruled in different ways and where does all that tax money actually go? Let your child join this lively debate on politics around the world. They'll find out how different systems and beliefs have developed, the ways in which laws are made, what happens behind the scenes in parliament, and how they can get involved. From famous leaders to great speeches, revolutions to age-old traditions your child will discover all about the really big political issues in the world today!

Genres: Nonfiction, Government, Childrens

96 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 2010

Reviews

[Antoinette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Who's in Charge by Alexander Cox is a unique and engaging book that discusses world politics and government. It is a mulitmodal text that has speech bubbles, timelines, question/answer paragraphs, and much more! The book is not your typical thick social studies text that has paragraphs of boring words. Who's in Charge is straightforward and reveals essential information regarding world politics and government to students. The book even gives background information as to how ruling systems developed as well as the main ideas in politics. Furthermore, the illustrations are fun and eye-catching. If you want a student to learn about the government and be engaged in it, this book is a must read!

[Kate Hastings · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grades 4-9. Explains different types of governments and political philosophies.

[Ms. Arca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Informative, accessible, fun, and interesting! I love this book!

[Daisy · Rating 3 out of 5]

An informative introduction to politics!

[Natalie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book for kids about different forms of government. I enjoyed the little comics they had.