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  • Published: 5 May 2020
  • ISBN: 9780593128084
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $22.99

We the People

The Constitution of the United States




Get ready for election year and the 4th of July with this heartfelt tribute to the U.S. Constitution, from two-time Caldecott illustrator Peter Spier.

The US Constitution brought to life for young readers! 

In this visual celebration of the US 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:
• An illustrated preamble to the Constitution, illuminating its signifcance from its birth through to modern times
• The complete text of the Constitution
• The fascinating history of the struggle to create and ratify the Constitution
• A historical reproduction of the original document

Full of illustrations that bring the Constitution to life, this is a must-have resource for every American classroom, library, and home.

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

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

  • Published: 5 May 2020
  • ISBN: 9780593128084
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $22.99

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Praise for We the People

★ "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