Understanding the U.S. Constitution

by Sally Senzell Isaacs

The United States Constitution is arguably the most important document in America. Young readers will enjoy learning how this document shapes the modern framework of the United States government.

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

Sally Senzell Isaacs grew up in Evansville, Indiana, and graduated from Indiana University. She served as Editorial Director of Readers Digest Educational Division before becoming a professional writer. She has written over 40 books about American history and other social studies topics for children. In 2005, her book Cattle Trails and Cowboys (Heinemann Library) won the award for Best Childrens Book on Texas History, given by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas.

Reviews

[Sue · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was good but it spent so much time with so many other issues that it forgot (omitted) the amendments or even a summary of the Constitution itself. I understand it's a remedial version for elementary school, but it's missing a huge chunk of information.