What Is Politics? Why Should we Care? And Other Big Questions

This book examines how politics affects everyone in society, looks at the whole political spectrum, and discusses what politics means in different contexts and situations. It also includes contributions from a range of writers who discuss how their ideas of what politics is and can do have been shaped by their life experiences. Readers are encouraged to think for themselves about the issues discussed and decide how or whether they would like to take part in politics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 48 pages
Publication date: 10 February 2022
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Politics, in its broadest sense, permeates our daily lives. But what if there were no politics? What would that world look like? What does it mean to be political or non-political, and how do these positions shape our lives? This book, aimed at children aged 9 and up, takes a timely and topical approach to examining how politics impacts society as a whole. It explores the entire political spectrum, across different countries and contexts, and delves into what politics means in various situations. The book also examines the different forms that political action can take and the profound impact it can have on our lives.

Contributions from a diverse range of writers, alongside the authors, shed light on how their personal experiences have shaped their ideas about politics and its potential. Readers are encouraged to engage with the issues discussed and to consider their own perspectives on politics. The book encourages readers to think critically and independently, and to consider how they might like to participate in politics, whether through active engagement or simply by staying informed about the world around them.

In conclusion, this book offers a valuable introduction to the world of politics for children, helping them to understand the importance of politics in their lives and the impact that it can have. It encourages readers to think critically and to consider their own role in shaping the political landscape of the world.

Weight: 160g
Dimension: 173 x 244 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526309068