The Bill Of Rights: Protecting Our Freedom Then And Now

(back cover)
Syl Sobel transforms Americaas history into an exciting adventure
When the U.S. Constitution was first written, many of the freedoms we now take for granted were not yet guaranteed. Nowhere did the Constitution say anything about freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of assembly, protection from unreasonable searches and seizures, to name just a few of them. Many Americans feared that the government might someday take away these rights, just as the British had done when the American states were still colonies. That was when the people added ten new amendments to the Constitution, clearly guaranteeing many basic rights to all citizens. Those first ten amendments are called" The Bill of Rights."
Author Syl Sobel describes each of these rights, and in the process he points out many fascinating facts that are a part of Americaas history. Here is a book that will be valued by teachers and enjoyed by students.
Illustrations, glossary, and suggested reading a[ Ages 8 and older
More books by Syl Sobel
The Declaration of Independence
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Presidential Elections
The U.S. Constitution and You

By 1787, the leaders of Americaas 13 newly-created states that had just won their independence from Britain convened to draw up the Constitution of the United States. However, citizens of many of the states feared that a new American government could take away certain of their rights, just as the British had done when they were colonies. It was soon agreed to add a series of ten amendments to the Constitution in order to guarantee specific rights to all citizens and states. These first ten amendments are known as the Bill of Rights. Syl Sobel presents each of these amendments in this brand-new book, and clearly explains them in terms that grammar school students will find both meaningful and interesting. In the process, he points out fascinating facets of American constitutional history and law. He also explains how such rights as freedom of religion, speech, and assembly, as well as protections from unreasonable searches and a fair trial by jury apply to all of us in our daily lives. Here is a book that will be valued by teachers and enjoyed by young students. Includes line illustrations, a glossary, and a suggested reading list.