a correspondent's report on the first federal elections, the first federal Congress, and the Bill of Rights
St. John, Jeffrey
1992
Tells the story of the founding the United States, focusing on the first Federal elections, and the creation of the Bill of Rights by the first Congress and President Washington. Presented in the form of an eyewitness news report.
the fame and misfortune of the men who signed the United States Constitution
Kiernan, Denise
2011
Profiles the thirty-nine men who signed the United States Constitution, revealing their personal quirks, public personas, and the events that led to the crafting of the Constitution.
A group of students puts on a play that examines the challenges, conflicts, and compromises which occurred during the writing of the United States Constitution.
Presents a short study of how the Constitution of the United States came to be written, and discusses those behind its construction, the reasons why it was drafted, and more.
An illustrated chronicle of Patrick Henry's life that describes his early years as a farmer, his work as a lawyer, and his role in the American Revolution. Also includes a time line, a glossary, and a list of related Web sites.
Explains why a constitution was needed; describes the convention in Philadelphia in 1787, the Virginia and New Jersey plans, the Great Compromise, and the ratification process.
