How does a bill introduced by Congress become a federal law? What is the President's Cabinet? Are Supreme Court justices elected or are they appointed? How the U.S. Government Works gives you interesting answers to these and many more questions about the complex processes in Washington, D.C. that affect every U.S. citizen. You'll find clear descriptions of our nation's three branches of government, the Legislative branch, composed of the Senate and House of Representatives, the Executive branch headed by the President, and the Judicial branch, headed by the Supreme Court of the United States.

Here too are interesting facts about some ways in which the government has changed since the framers of the Constitution brought it into existence in the 18th century, how federal government agencies work for the people's benefit, and much more. Here's a fine source for inspiring interesting classroom discussions. It's also a handy reference companion when your social studies teacher assigns a written report. Parents can use it at home to provide basic lessons to their children on U.S. government and civics. Book jacket.