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As young people are becoming louder voices for change, the idea of lowering the voting age has been brought up more often. While some people believe this would encourage teenagers to become more active citizens, others believe there are good reasons to keep the voting age at 18. As readers explore both sides of this debate, they learn essential facts to form and back up their own informed opinion on this topic, which has real implications for their future. Fact boxes, graphic organizers, and full-color photographs enhance the objective main text, creating a reading experience that enhances critical thinking skills.

Different views on voting -- How does compulsory voting work? -- Active citizens around the world -- A loss of liberty -- Turning around low voter turnout -- More voters, more problems -- Making all voices heard -- Not fixing the problem -- A choice or a duty?

The abolitionist movement grew from a small group of people opposed to slavery to a huge network of people who published newspapers, gave speeches, and influenced political decisions. Readers discover the rich history of the abolitionist movement -from the introduction of slavery in the British colonies to the passage of the 13th Amendment. Detailed text introduces readers to the most important events and people in the fight against slavery in America. Historical images, including relevant primary sources, are found with each turn of the page, creating an engaging environment for readers to explore common social studies curriculum topics

Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Table of Contents -- Foreword -- Setting the Scene A Timeline -- Introduction An Experiment in Democracy -- Chapter One Creating an American Identity -- Chapter Two Opposing Tyranny -- Chapter Three Fighting for Liberty -- Chapter Four Governing the New Nation -- Chapter Five The Constitutional Convention -- Chapter Six Debating the Document -- Epilogue Challenges and Changes -- Notes -- For More Information -- Index -- Picture Credits -- About the Author -- Back Cover