What's the Bill of Rights?

by Nancy Harris

Overview

Who wrote the Bill of Rights? Where can you see the Bill of Rights? What right does the First Amendment protect? Discover the history and importance of this document. Learn about each of the first ten amendments and the rights they protect. The 'First Guide to Government' series introduces students to the federal, state, and local governments. Each book explores the structure, function, and responsibilities of each branch of the government.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781484636893
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/15/2016
Series:	First Guide to Government
Edition description:	Revised ed.
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.88(w) x 8.94(h) x 0.12(d)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

Table of Contents

What Is the Bill of Rights? 4

The U.S. Constitution 6

History of the Constitution 8

Adding the Bill of Rights 12

Who Wrote the Bill of Rights? 14

The Bill of Rights 16

Other Amendments 26

Why Is the Bill of Rights Important? 28

Glossary 30

Find Out More 31

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

Part of the Heinemann "First Guide to Government" series. Simple, basic vocabulary is used. Index and picture glossary included. An introduction to the federal, state, and local governments focuses on structure, function and responsibilities of each branch of government. Each title also includes a "Find Out More" section. Binding is very sturdy. The introduction to the Bill of Rights presents the history of the Constitution, when it was added, who wrote it, other amendments, and why it is important. Recommended—Pam Weber, Library Media Specialist Arlington Independent School District2/4/2009

Arlington Independent School District