Details the creation and history of the U.S. Constitution from the Constitutional Convention to present day.

Examines all the events leading up to the signing of the Constitution.

Discusses different aspects of government, how it works, civic duties, and the people's role in government. The United States' government has endured for more than 200 years. In the Government in Action! series, young readers will find out what has made this nation work.

Read about the highest court in the United States and learn how it has shaped our nation today.

"The U.S. Constitution is the basis of law in the United States and an important founding document of the country. But did you know that it's the shortest national constitution in the world? It's also the oldest still in effect! This intriguing book will provide young readers with many interesting facts about the constitution, including its history, its impact, and its amendments. Historical photographs and artwork will draw readers into the text,...

"The US Constitution famously opens with "We the people." What about the rest of it? This valuable volume takes readers on a deep dive into the Constitution and its last four articles. Covering Articles IV to VI, the accessible text explains important concepts like states' rights, amendments, laws and treaties, and the process for ratification. Written to support elementary social studies curricula, readers will be at ease with the age-appropriate...

"The United States Constitution contains the rules of the nation. It says how the government should run. But how did it come to be? Learn about the creation of our nation's systems with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding that...

Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom of the press are three of the core American values outlined in the Constitution. Constitutional Rights explains these and other rights contained in one of America's key founding documents. "Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom of the press are three of the core American values outlined in the Constitution. Constitutional Rights explains these and other rights contained in one of America's...

See the U.S. Constitution in a new light with this bold, modern and accessible illustrated guide to the document that helped define democracy.