Bibliograph

What is the constitution?, Jennifer Way

Type

Label

What is the constitution?, Jennifer Way

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

What is the constitution?

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

Jennifer Way

Series statement

Let's find out! Government

Summary

Understanding the United States Constitution is crucial for all young people who live in the U.S. Readers will learn about the Constitutional Convention of 1787 and how the delegates compromised on various issues so that all the colonies would ratify the Constitution. The checks and balances between the three branches of government are outlined. The relationship between the federal and state governments, the amendment process, and the passage of the Bill of Rights are clearly explained. This is an engaging guide to the most fundamental law in the United States

Target audience

juvenile

Classification