Constitution Translated for Kids / La Constitución traducida para niños

For Grade 5-10. A sentence-by-sentence, article-by-article interpretation of the Constitution. The first half of the book is arranged to show the original wording of the document in one column, with a translation in simple language on the right. For example, part of Article I Section 9 explaining the Writ of Habeas Corpus, is explained, People who are arrested and put in jail have the right to make the government tell them why they were put in jail. Articles that were later amended or repealed are noted as such. The second half of the book describes how the Constitution has evolved, defines the branches of government, gives details about each amendment, and includes a glossary. This edition updates information about proposed amendments. Boxed fast facts and pen-and-ink drawings and spot art break up the text. - School Library Journal

For Grade 5-10. A sentence-by-sentence, article-by-article interpretation of the Constitution. The first half of the book is arranged to show the original wording of the document in one column, with a translation in simple language on the right. For example, part of Article I Section 9 explaining the Writ of Habeas Corpus, is explained, People who are arrested and put in jail have the right to make the government tell them why they were put in jail. Articles that were later amended or repealed are noted as such. The second half of the book describes how the Constitution has evolved, defines the branches of government, gives details about each amendment, and includes a glossary. This edition updates information about proposed amendments. Boxed fast facts and pen-and-ink drawings and spot art break up the text. - School Library Journal

Momentum magazine (National Catholic Educational Association)

Constitution Translated for Kids should be required reading for the September 11 generation.

CATHY TRAVIS is a Capitol Hill veteran who has worked on numerous political campaigns. Most recently she served as Communications Director for Congressman Solomon P. Ortiz (Texas). She is an Arkansas State University graduate, and she currently lives in Washington, DC.