Photographs, illustrations, and simple text introduce young readers to the history and importance of the Declaration of Independence, how and why it was written, the Continental Congress, and the Revolutionary War.
Discusses the importance of Mount Rushmore to the culture of the U.S., and covers how long it took to carve and the controversies surrounding the landmark.
Photographs, illustrations, and simple text introduce young readers to the history of the U.S. Constitution, the Articles of Confederation, Amendments, and the importance of the document to the nation.
Simple text and illustrations provide an introduction to constitutional amendments, discussing why they are added to the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, how they are repealed, and why they are important.
Examines the purpose of the U.S. Supreme Court and the role of the judicial branch of the government, what type of cases are heard by the Supreme Court, how court judges are chosen, and who is the Chief Justice.
Teaches children how the legislative branch of the government works, discussing the role of the Senate and the House of Representatives and explaining how laws are made, how people are elected to Congress, and how citizens can influence the government.
