{"product_id":"we-the-people-the-constitution-of-the-united-states-hardcover","title":"We the People: The Constitution of the United States - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePeter Spier\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe U.S. Constitution brought to life for young readers! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this visual celebration of the U.S. Constitution and America's founding fathers, Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier tells the stirring American tale of how this most important document came to symbolize freedom, justice, equality, and hope for all citizens. This fact-filled volume includes: \u003cbr\u003e★ The complete text of the Constitution\u003cbr\u003e★ An illustrated preamble to the Constitution, illuminating its signifcance from its birth through to modern times\u003cbr\u003e★ The fascinating history of the struggle to create and ratify the Constitution\u003cbr\u003e★ An historical reproduction of the original document\u003cbr\u003eFull of illustrations that bring the Constitution to life, this is a must-have resource for every American school, library, and home. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e★ \"A joyful celebration of the people whose leaders created the Constitution\"--\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"A celebration of America's diversity\"--\u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Spier has created a tribute that can be appreciated in more than one sitting.\"--\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePETER SPIER\u003c\/b\u003e was one of America's most popular and renowned children's illustrators. His books, acclaimed by critics and readers alike, won numerous awards and honors: \u003ci\u003eNoah's Ark\u003c\/i\u003e won the Caldecott Medal and\u003ci\u003e The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night\u003c\/i\u003e is a Caldecott Honor Book. His book \u003ci\u003ePeople\u003c\/i\u003e was awarded the Christopher medal, was nominated for an American Book Award, and received the National Mass Media Award from the National Conference of Christians and Jews for outstanding contributions to better human relations and the cause of brotherhood. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSpier was born and educated in Amsterdam. Before coming to the United States he served in the Royal Dutch Navy. He illustrated more than 100 books and was also an avid and celebrated builder of model ships. Peter Spier died in 2017 at the age of 89.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 12.5 x 9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 27, 2014\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51755670077728,"sku":"9780385376174","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/33d802e44af0546e07f1a86355718f67.webp?v=1780065366","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/we-the-people-the-constitution-of-the-united-states-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}