Taxes (First edition.)

"Taxes have been part of the United States since its very beginning.

Taxes on food, property, and income are often in the news and are often discussed and debated by adults, but young people also need to know the basics about taxes.

This guide to an important part of civics education comprehensively explores the definition of taxes, the US tax system today, and key taxes affecting modern society.

Through photographs, sidebars, fact boxes, and engaging text supplemented with discussion questions, readers will fully understand the role of taxes in government and ordinary life today"--.