Politics for Beginners - For Beginners (Hardback)
Rosie Hore (author), Alex Frith (author), Louie Stowell (author), Kellan Stover (illustrator)Published: 08/02/2018
The Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week January 2018
Understanding politics is essential to understanding the world around us. This accessible, colourful guide is an invaluable resource for helping children understand the decisions that shape the world as well as providing a key aid to parents looking for help in answering even the most complicated questions about how politics works.
This informative guide covers the key topics, from elections and government to fake news, immigration and human rights.
With bright, infographic-style illustrations, contents and index pages for easy reference, and links to specially selected websites with more information.
'This entertaining book does an admirable job of explaining politics... An excellent trigger for debate.' - The Sunday Times
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 9781474922524
Number of pages: 128
Weight: 510 g
Dimensions: 244 x 178 x 17 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
Clearly explains the basic principles of decision-making and political representation. - The Guardian
A brilliant resource for all ages, this book explores the big issues in both the political world today & political systems throughout history. - Just Imagine
An exciting and informative book helping children understand everyday politics. - Hive, selected as Children's Book of the Month
Highly informative and very accessible. - Parents in Touch
Essential reading for children aged nine and above and would be particularly useful for any parent, teacher, librarian etc. who has ever been asked about those sensitive issues that they may find difficult to discuss with those ever-curious youngsters. - ReadingZone
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