Politics is...

This resource explains political movements and ideologies by contextualizing societal issues with historical examples and summaries. It covers a global array of political and economic ideologies and social movements in an objective and explanatory way. The book is easy for students and teachers to navigate, and its contemporary context is suitable for encouraging secondary students to engage with current issues and unpack complex concepts. In the classroom, teachers may choose to photocopy the concise explanations and summaries to complement government and politics units across many grades and courses. The information may inspire students to think critically about their role and responsibility in politics and social issues.