About This Book
Jean Fritz brings history to life in this engaging chapter book, detailing the challenging process of writing and ratifying the U.S. Constitution in 1787. Known for her ability to make historical events accessible and entertaining for young readers, Fritz explains the key figures, the debates, and the compromises that shaped this foundational document. The book also includes the full text of the Constitution, making it an excellent resource for introducing children aged 4-11 to American civics and history.
Discussion Prompts
1
Why do you think the Founding Fathers met in secret to write the Constitution?
2
What were some of the big disagreements the delegates had, and how did they solve them?
3
If you were at the Constitutional Convention, what rule would you have wanted to include?
4
Why is it important for a country to have a set of rules like the Constitution?
5
What does 'compromise' mean, and why was it so important for writing the Constitution?
