Books with title The Constitution

You've heard about the Constitution of the United States for years but have you ever wondered how such a document got its start? Have you thought about who was involved and what problems or questions they might have had? This book will take you right inside Independence Hall. You will listen to the men s thoughts and hear their concerns as they argued, debated, and discussed how their new nation should be organized. As the men figured out how to reach a compromise about running the country, they had to deal with secrecy, heat, and flies. Find out all about it in this book which tells the Story of the Constitution.

Every year, on September 17, the United States celebrates Constitution Day to commemorate the day the Constitution was approved. This fascinating book teaches readers about this important document and why it is celebrated. The information is supplemented with primary source documents, graphic organizers, and a list of fun ways to celebrate Constitution Day.

Encourage good citizenship and teach young readers about primary sources as they learn about the U.S. Constitution. Readers will get an inside look at the document on which our nation was founded, along with the branches of government, courts of law, amendments, and rights. Written at-level and with curriculum-based content, students will learn about the events leading up to the 1787 Constitutional Convention and how this important document still impacts America today.

You've heard about the Constitution of the United States for years but have you ever wondered how such a document got its start? Have you thought about who was involved and what problems or questions they might have had? This book will take you right inside Independence Hall. You will listen to the men s thoughts and hear their concerns as they argued, debated, and discussed how their new nation should be organized. As the men figured out how to reach a compromise about running the country, they had to deal with secrecy, heat, and flies. Find out all about it in this book which tells the Story of the Constitution.

Understanding the United States Constitution is crucial for all young people who live in the U.S. Readers will learn about the Constitutional Convention of 1787 and how the delegates compromised on various issues so that all the colonies would ratify the Constitution. The checks and balances between the three branches of government are outlined. The relationship between the federal and state governments, the amendment process, and the passage of the Bill of Rights are clearly explained. This is an engaging guide to the most fundamental law in the United States.