Parent Guide > The American Electoral Process
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "The American Electoral Process" by Mike Kubic.
This article discusses the convoluted and problematic means by which American citizens help select their president.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of America and Justice, Freedom & Equality as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"What is fair?" and "What makes America unique?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "The American Electoral Process" about?
- What did you learn about America?
- What did you learn about Justice, Freedom & Equality?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: