While the book depicts the framers of the constitution as practical men. According to the doctrine of separation of powers, the u. Reading about the constitution in comic form helps kids and others. Help your kids understand the constitution through comics wired. A summary of the us constitution summary of the us constitution 1 the preamble the preamble lists the reasons that the original colonies separated from their mother country, and. It is the blueprint for the shape and function of government itself and what defines. Part constitutional primer and part history, the united states constitution. The constitution of the united states of america, out now in a trade edition from welcome. The book begins with a beautiful two page spread we the people. Round table comics adaptation of the supreme law of the united states of america. Constitution we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this constitution for the united states of america. Colorist this person gives the comic color, and add to the weight and vibrancy of the image. An introduction to the united states constitution, presented in graphic form, detailing important. Constitution of the united states books of american.
The united states constitution pop culture classroom. Founding fathers of the united states also known as the framers, fathers of our country, or the founders are the political leaders who signed the declaration of independence or the united states constitution, or otherwise participated in the american revolution as leaders of the patriots. Then read the graphic adaptation of the constitution. I stumbled across it after i lost the first pocket constitution i was given in high school. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3. Simply put, it is the most enjoyable and groundbreaking way to read the governing document of the united states. As an avid fan of history and historical pieces of work, i gladly reached for this book. A graphic adaptation hennessey, jonathan, mcconnell.
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