In this book, early fluent readers will learn how the U.S. Constitution was written, what the seven Articles in the document say, how the Constitution is amended, and how it guides our government today. Readers will get an engaging and factual overview of this historical document, including context on how it came into existence, what it says, and its lasting impact on the United States.
A Take a Look! infographic shows which states ratified the Constitution and when. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights key events in the document's creation. Children can learn more about the U.S. Constitution using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. U.S. Constitution also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. U.S. Constitution is part of Jump!'s Writing That Changed U.S. History series.