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; and an historical reproduction of the original document. Back in print in hardcoverredesigned, historically updated, and with a glorious new coverthis is a must-have resource for every American school, library, and home.

 

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2014 by Random House USA Inc .

Peter Spier is a popular author and illustrator, and his works include 'The Sailing Ship', 'The Last Hurdle' and 'No Such Things'. Phyllis Krasilovsky has written many much-loved storybooks for children. Her titles include 'The Cow Who Fell in the Canal', 'The Very Little Girl', 'Man Who Didn't Wash his Dishes' and 'Shy Little Girl'.