The U.S. Constitution and You

The U.S. Constitution and You

by Syl Sobel J.D.
The U.S. Constitution and You

The U.S. Constitution and You

by Syl Sobel J.D.

Paperback(3rd Revised ed.)

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Overview

Discover everything you need to know about the law of the land in this easy-to-read introduction to United States Constitution! Readers will learn all about the history of the constitution and the framers, as well as important concepts like the three branches of government, checks and balances, amendments, and so much more!

Perfect for curious kids, classrooms, and homeschool curriculum, The US Constitution and You features:

  • Simple, kid-friendly language
  • Clear explanations of complex questions
  • Illustrations that help bring the text to life
  • Additional resources like a glossary, index, and more!

The Constitution is an incredible document! It's over 200 years old, and yet even today works to protect you, your friends, and your family. In fact, it's responsible for many of the rights and freedoms Americans enjoy, like freedom of speech, the right to vote, and more. In this fascinating and fact-packed guide to the most important document in American history, you'll learn about how the Constitution came to be, how it and how it shaped the United States as we know it, and how it impacts the lives of all Americans today!


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781438011677
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Publication date: 09/01/2019
Edition description: 3rd Revised ed.
Pages: 48
Sales rank: 214,998
Product dimensions: 6.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range: 8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Syl Sobel is an author, attorney, journalist, filmmaker, and former federal government executive. He is the author of How the U.S. Government Works, The U.S. Constitution and You, The Bill of Rights, and Presidential Elections and Other Cool Facts, and is the coauthor of Boxed Out of the NBA: Remembering the Eastern Professional Basketball League

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

The Rules for the Government 11

Three Branches of Government 14

Checks and Balances 19

The People's Powers 22

Changing the Constitution 24

The Rights of the People 27

The Rights of the States 34

The Constitution and You 38

Glossary 41

Resource Guide 45

Index 47

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