We the People: The Constitution of the United States

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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- _x2605_ The complete text of the Constitution _x2605_ An illustrated preamble to the Constitution, illuminating its signifcance from its birth through to modern times _x2605_ The fascinating history of the struggle to create and ratify the Constitution _x2605_ 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. _x2605_"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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"A joyful celebration of the people whose leaders created the Constitution"Booklist, starred review

A celebration of Americas diversityKirkus

Spier has created a tribute that can be appreciated in more than one sitting.Publishers Weekly

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PETER SPIERwas one of America's most popular and renowned children's illustrators. His books, acclaimed by critics and readers alike, won numerous awards and honors-Noah's Arkwon the Caldecott Medal andThe Fox Went Out on a Chilly Nightis a Caldecott Honor Book. His bookPeoplewas awarded the Christopher medal, was nominated for an American Book Award, and received the National Mass Media Award from the National Conference of Christians and Jews for "outstanding contributions to better human relations and the cause of brotherhood." Spier was born and educated in Amsterdam. Before coming to the United States he served in the Royal Dutch Navy. He illustrated more than 100 books and was also an avid and celebrated builder of model ships. Peter Spier died in 2017 at the age of 89.