Shh! We're Writing the Constitution
by Jean Fritz
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Author: Jean FritzIllustrator: Tomie dePaola
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1997-12-29
ISBN: 0698116240
Number of pages: 64
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Publisher: Putnam Juvenile
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Book Review: Constitutional Primer
Summary: 4 Stars
Writing in a conversational storytelling style, Jean Fritz describes the writing of the Constitution and the development of the Bill of Rights. Quick to clear up any misunderstanding about how the colonies came to form a new nation - those fifty-five delegates from the fledgling sovereign states did not come to Philadelphia singing sweet refrains of "one nation under God" - the text clearly and thoroughly covers the arguments, debates, negotiations, and compromises that hallmarked that Federal Convention. The text is compelling, interesting, and complete; and along the way, Fritz takes the time to show the human side of such historical icons as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and James Madison as she fills in the details about the forming of our nation. Also of particular note are the references appended, which include the complete text of the Constitution, a complete list of the signers, and a list of references supporting specific pages in the book.
And as always, Tomie Depaola's well-researched, uncomplicated illustrations thoroughly support the text and lend historical accuracy to the content, further facilitating reader understanding and augmenting retention.
Summary of Shh! We're Writing the Constitution
The award-winning author takes readers behind the scenes at the Constitutional Convention for a good-humored history lesson, enlivened by dePaola's quirky illustrations. Full color .General Books
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