Presidential Elections, and Other Cool Facts

Presidential Elections: And Other Cool Facts by Syl Sobel Much that we all thought we knew about U.S. presidential elections went out the window with the historic Bush-Gore campaign of 2000. But that wasn't the only unusual election in United States history — merely the most recent and most surprising. Children will find all kinds of interesting facts for their history and social studies classes as they learn:
— Who can run for president?
— Who can vote?
— What is the Electoral College?
— What is a third-party candidate?
— What if something happens to the president? Some of the unusual facts they'll discover include:
— Which Republican president had a Democrat for his vice president?
— How many candidates have won the popular vote but lost the election?
— Why was President Truman so happy in 1948, when he read the Chicago Tribune headline that declared: "Dewey Defeats Truman"? Most interesting of all, and with Syl Sobel's guidance, boys and girls will explore the dramatic presidential election of 2000, a marathon contest that wasn't decided until five weeks after Election Day.

If you like this book, make sure to check out How the U.S. Government Works, also by this author.

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 48
• Book Size: 7" x 9-1/4"
• Book Type: Paperback
• Recommended Ages: 8 and up
• ISBN 10: 0764118943
• ISBN 13: 9780764118944

Book Condition:

• This book is brand new and is in perfect condition. 

 "Presidential Elections and Other Cool Facts" is ideal for elementary-aged kids curious about the democratic process. Sobel explains recent and historical elections (including the snafus of 2000), the electoral college, the order of succession and more from a straightforward, non-partisan perspective. Grades 3-5." - Metroparent, October 2004

"Lots of historical trivia rounds out this clearly written overview. … The text concisely explains the confusing Electoral College and traces the steps of a campaign." - School Library Journal, August 1, 2004

 "Presidential Elections and Other Cool Facts by Syl Sobel, J.D. is both interesting and easy to understand. Line drawings carry the reader through the engaging and informative text. For a simple, straightforward explanation of the election process, this book is hard to beat." - Jennifer Galvin, The Boston Herald

Why We Love It

This book is very easy to read and understand and provides a solid background into how the United States President is elected.