The Bill of Rights: Guaranteeing Liberty

by Janey Levy

Overview

The Bill of Rights is an exceptionally important part of the Constitution. Not only does the Bill of Rights guarantee individual liberties and place limits on government powers, but without the addition of this section, the Constitution itself might never have been approved. This absorbing volume discusses the Bill of Rights and how it came to be, the language of each amendment, and how amendments have been interpreted. Intriguing controversies surrounding some of the amendments are explained. Sidebars, fact boxes, and graphic organizers enrich the learning experience.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781538258682
Publisher:	Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Publication date:	07/30/2020
Series:	Constitution Explained! Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.12(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	9 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

The Bill of Rights: The Basics 4

The Many Rights of the First Amendment 6

The Second Amendment: Bearing Arms 10

The Third Amendment: Housing of Soldiers 14

The Fourth Amendment: Search and Seizure 16

The Fifth Amendment: Criminal Cases 18

The Sixth Amendment: A Fair Trial 22

The Seventh and Eighth Amendment 26

The Ninth and Tenth Amendments 28

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2020

Gr 4–6—This series provides overviews of the main facets of the U.S. Constitution, as well as a history of the Constitutional Convention. The Bill of Rights details the original 10 amendments and offers commentary on various interpretations. For instance, the ongoing debate about the Second Amendment is featured. The Great Compromise is explained in The Constitutional Convention; the text also discusses the challenge of ratification. Reproductions of paintings and photographs of current representatives and senators match the text without necessarily enhancing it. Though more informative than engaging, these titles will be valuable for students interested in the hows and whys of American government. VERDICT An election year often reinvigorates public interest in the Constitution. This series delivers required information for reports and will be useful in school and public libraries.

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