The Constitution Decoded: A Guide to the Document That Shapes Our Nation

Ever wonder why the president has a Cabinet? Why there's such a thing as trial by jury? Why someday you'll have to pay income tax, or why there are no Dukes, Duchesses, Counts, or Countesses in the United States? Because the Constitution says so - and so much more. The Constitution Decoded unpacks and explains the ideas, concepts and rules that make America, so that all of us can be more informed citizens. Written with impeccable clarity and illustrated in a style that brings America's early days to life, this fascinating guide goes through the Constitution literally word by word, sentence by sentence, and idea by idea to give readers a true understanding of not only how the Framers envisioned the United States, but also why they made the choices they did. Covers the three branches of government, how bills become laws, why we have the right to free speech, how we can change the Constitution as our country evolves, and so much more. 208 pages, paperback. For ages 10-14.