Checks and Balances: A Look at the Powers of Government

Checks and Balances: A Look at the Powers of Government

Author: , Illustrator: Adam Gustavson

What are checks and balances? They are limits that keep different parts of government from having too much power. But just what are these limits? And how do they help our government run more smoothly? Read this book to find out.
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Ages: 8-10
Read time: 30-45 mins
AR LEVEL: 5.1
LEXILE©: 670L
Ages: 8-10
Read time: 30-45 mins

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