California's government has a lot in common with the federal government. Both have a Constitution and three branches. Learn how these three levels of government--local, state, and federal--work together to make, enforce, and interpret the laws.

Ignite a curiosity about California's rich history through primary sources such as maps, letters, images, and photographs. This Spanish book will help English language learners achieve social studies literacy. Features include:

• Text features such as a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents increase comprehension and build academic vocabulary
• Propose It! culminating activity challenges students to create an initiative for their school and write a proposal
• Your Turn! activity challenges students to create a Declaration of Rights
• Read and Respond provides post-reading questions that develop critical thinking