Age
10-14
Grade
5-9
Aura Lewis, Evan Sargent
We The People: The United States Constitution Explored and Explained
Hardcover
(Wide Eyed Editions July 1, 2020)
, Illustrated edition
“An enlightening addition to upper elementary and middle school collections for its in-depth look at the Constitution and the U.S. government” –
School Library JournalSee the U.S. Constitution in a new light with this bold, modern and accessible illustrated guide to the document that helped define democracy. With the
2020 Presidential election around the corner, there has never been a better time to take a closer look at the Constitution, the bedrock of U.S. politics. Inquisitive minds will have their questions vividly answered – and new ones raised – by a mix of
striking illustrations and
clear, engaging text, including passages from the Constitution given in
plain English.
As well as a detailed history covering the
original Constitution, the
Bill of Rights and all
Amendments, discover how this milestone in American democracy shapes and is shaped by the world at large.
We The People shows that, far from a fusty old piece of paper, the U.S. Constitution is a
living, evolving rulebook that is as relevant today as it has ever been.
- A fresh take on a monumental document, navigating in style its history and its life today.
- Excerpts from the Constitution are presented here in plain English to help young thinkers better understand the role it plays in everyday life.
- Accessible, energetic text accompanied by contemporary, powerful illustrations allows children aged 10 and older to re-think the Constitution in a totally new way.
- A balanced examination that does not shy away from addressing the difficulties of interpreting and adapting the Constitution for the modern world.
We The People takes the Constitution out of its display case, blows off the dust and re-imagines this piece of history for the next generation.
- ISBN
- 0711254044 / 9780711254046
- Pages
- 128
- Weight
- 27.2 oz.
- Dimensions
- 9.2 x 0.7
in.