The Bill of Rights: Why it Matters to You (True Book: Why It Matters Series)

by Ruth Bjorklund

Overview

Many of the rights we consider most important to the United States — from freedom of speech to a fair trial — are in the Bill of Rights.

A True Book: Why it Matters series introduces young readers to the branches of the US government, the constitution and more, while engaging them to become productive citizens. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.Readers will learn how these important laws came to be and how people continue to discuss and debate them even today.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531231814
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	09/03/2019
Series:	True Book: Why It Matters Series
Edition description:	Library Edition
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.25(w) x 8.38(h) x (d)
Lexile:	880L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Ruth Bjorklund graduated from the University of Washington with a master’s degree in library and information science. She has written numerous books for young people on a variety of topics, including American history, country studies, biography, wildlife, alternative energy, and the environment. Bjorklund lives with her husband and daughter on Bainbridge Island, a short ferry ride away from Seattle, Washington.