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We the People

The Constitution of the United States

The Constitution of the United States

By Peter Spier

By Peter Spier

By Peter Spier

By Peter Spier

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Hardcover $17.99

May 27, 2014 | 48 Pages | 5-9 years

Ebook $5.99

May 27, 2014 | 48 Pages | 5-9 years

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    About We the People

    The U.S. Constitution brought to life for young readers! 

    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
    ★ An historical reproduction of the original document
    Full of illustrations that bring the Constitution to life, this is a must-have resource for every American school, library, and home.

    ★ ”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 

    About We the People

    The U.S. Constitution brought to life for young readers! 

    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
    ★ An historical reproduction of the original document
    Full of illustrations that bring the Constitution to life, this is a must-have resource for every American school, library, and home.

    ★ ”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 

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    Also by Peter Spier

    The Book of Jonah
    The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night
    The Star-Spangled Banner
    Peter Spier's Circus
    Noah's Ark
    See all books by Peter Spier

    About Peter Spier

    Peter Spier was one of the United States’ most popular and renowned illustrators. His books, acclaimed by critics and readers alike, won numerous awards and honors: Noah’s Ark won the Caldecott Medal and The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night is a Caldecott Honor… More about Peter Spier

    About Peter Spier

    Peter Spier was one of the United States’ most popular and renowned illustrators. His books, acclaimed by critics and readers alike, won numerous awards and honors: Noah’s Ark won the Caldecott Medal and The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night is a Caldecott Honor… More about Peter Spier

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $17.99
    Published by Doubleday Books for Young Readers
    May 27, 2014 | 48 Pages | 8-1/2 x 12-1/4 | 5-9 years | ISBN 9780385376174

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Ebook | $5.99
    Published by Doubleday Books for Young Readers
    May 27, 2014 | 48 Pages | 5-9 years | ISBN 9780553512069

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    Praise

    ★ ”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

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