The Preamble: The Spirit of America: Read Along or Enhanced eBook

Learn the history behind the phrase "We the people". This nonfiction book analyzes the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in an exciting and informative way. The book includes a glossary, a short fiction piece related to the topic, and a bonus activity. With this book that's perfect for young readers, students can see how the powerful words of the Preamble are reflected in American government. This 32-page full-color book describes the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Preamble. It also explores important topics like justice and liberty and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore the Constitution, structure of government, and United States history. "In 1787, the course of U.S. history changed forever. The nation's leaders met to outline how the young nation would run. They called their work the Constitution. It starts with the Preamble. The first three words of the Preamble capture what mattered most to the writers: "We the people...""-- Provided by publisher Teach students the history behind the phrase ""We the people"" with this nonfiction book! Students can examine the Preamble to the Constitution in a fun and meaningful way. Includes a fiction story related to the topic and other key features 1787 -- Jump into fiction : a big day in Philadelphia -- Words to live by -- Changing the Constitution -- The spirit of a nation