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  • Published: 15 May 2014
  • ISBN: 9780385376174
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $35.00

We the People

The Constitution of the United States




In this heartfelt tribute to the U.S. Constitution, two-time Caldecott illustrator Peter Spier takes his readers on a visual journey through this historical document, and illuminates the fascinating tales and politics behind its creation.

The U.S. Constitution brought to life for young readers! 

In this visual celebration of the U.S. Constitution and America's founding fathers, Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier tells the stirring American tale of how this most important document came to symbolize freedom, justice, equality, and hope for all citizens. This fact-filled volume includes:
★ The complete text of the Constitution
★ An illustrated preamble to the Constitution, illuminating its signifcance from its birth through to modern times
★ The fascinating history of the struggle to create and ratify the Constitution
★ An historical reproduction of the original document
Full of illustrations that bring the Constitution to life, this is a must-have resource for every American school, library, and home.

★ "A joyful celebration of the people whose leaders created the Constitution"—Booklist, starred review

“A celebration of America’s diversity”—Kirkus
 
“Spier has created a tribute that can be appreciated in more than one sitting.”—Publishers Weekly 

  • Published: 15 May 2014
  • ISBN: 9780385376174
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $35.00

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