Civics and Economics Virginia Edition

Promotes active civic participation. "Citizenship Activities " "Citizens Journal " "Decision Making" skill features and "Issues that Affect You" case studies provide students with opportunities to practice civic participation make decisions and take action both in and out of class. Provides solid coverage of basic economic principles. "Focus on Economics" feature extends chapter content with text and graphic summaries of important economic principles. "The Personal Finance Handbook" gives students important information they will need as they enter the world of work plan for their future and learn to manage their money. Builds essential social studies skills. "Decision Making" and skills lessons develop essential social studies skills needed in todays world. Internet activities simulations and group activities simulations and group activities provide opportunities for skill application. Social Studies Skills Tutor CD-ROM offers additional instruction practice and application.