Publisher's Synopsis
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about democracy, the voting process in the United States, and the struggles and successes Asian Americans have gone through to gain and practice their right to vote. Learn about the barriers the U.S. government put on Asian immigrants to prevent them from becoming citizens and voting for their leaders, and how this group has continued to face and overcome struggles ever since. A Take a Look! infographic shows readers what countries Asian Americans can trace their family roots to. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights setbacks and successes Asian Americans have faced in relation to voting. Children can learn more about voting using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Asian Americans' Right to Vote also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Asian Americans' Right to Vote is part of Jump!'s The Right to Vote series.
