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More Perfect Union: The Story of Our Constitution (Turtleback School & Library)
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1987
A More Perfect Union
By Betsy Maestro, Giulio Maestro (Illustrator)
Discover the pivotal creation of the U.S. Constitution and its enduring impact.
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48 pages
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Bookroo's summary
In 1787, fifty-five visionaries gathered to forge a new path for a fledgling nation. Dive into the compelling story of how the U.S. Constitution was crafted to unite a divided America. Explore the challenges faced and the monumental decisions made that continue to shape the country. What drove these individuals to create a lasting foundation for governance? Uncover the historical journey that transformed a struggling republic into a unified nation, with insights into the Articles that still guide us today. This engaging narrative offers a window into a defining moment in American history.
From the publisher
When America declared its independence in 1776, the new republic’s journey to become one unified nation had just begun. Here is the unforgettable story of fifty-five Americans and the Constitution they created in 1787 to give the struggling new government a foundation that has held ever since.With accurate historical information, this 48-page nonfiction picture book tells why and how the Constitution of the United States was created. A More Perfect Union includes a map and back matter with a table of dates and a summary of the Articles of the Constitution.”A simple, attractive, informative book about a milestone in American history. The simplest and most accessible history of the Constitution to date.”–School Library Journal
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 48
- Reading age
- 6–10
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD920L
The author
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.8
- F&P level
- ~V
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 44623
Publication
- Published
- April 8, 2008
- First published
- August 1, 1987
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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