Constitution Translated For Kids [Paperback]

Cathy Travis (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 25, 2002

Constitution Translated for Kids is a line-by-line, section-by-section simple translation of the entire United States Constitution, written at the 5th grade level. The book features the actual 1787 text of the United States Constitution on the left-hand side of the page and the translation appears on the right side in the first ever side-by-side, simple translation of the short, yet most supreme, legal and political document of the United States. The book also offers historical context, questions to consider about the Constitution, and student exercises that approximate the decisions made in the name of democracy. Ideal for classroom use, a workbook that answers questions put forth in the book is also available. This package comes to the classroom as a teaching product that needs no additional study or preparation on the part of teachers

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

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 Articles that were later amended or repealed are noted as such.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. No other book in the 320s gives an as easy-to-understand discussion of each sentence as this important document. Libraries may want to consider purchasing circulating copies as well.–Linda Beck, Indian Valley Public Library, Telford, PA
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About the Author

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.

CATHY TRAVIS es veterana de Capitol Hill y ha trabajado en varias campañas políticas. Recientemente se desempeño como Directora de Comunicaciones para el Congresista Solomon P. Ortiz (Texas). Es graduada de la Universidad Estatal de Arkansas y actualmente vive en Washington, DC. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 86 pages
• Publisher: Oakwood Pub. (January 25, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591650003
• ISBN-13: 978-1591650003
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,677,747 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars CONSTITUTION TRANSLATED FOR KIDS, July 28, 2003

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Lois Leftwich (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Constitution Translated For Kids (Paperback)

This book is an excellent resource guide for all school-aged children, and adults as well! The author took a very important document and put it into language that everyone in today's society can relate to.

It should be in the hands of EVERY school child in America!

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ideal book for parents/teachers, July 16, 2003

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Ashley Bosnick (Moro, AR) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Constitution Translated For Kids (Paperback)

This book is a great asset in helping your children understand the difficult, and sometimes confusing, language of the Constitution. I wish this book had been published when I was in school. It should be made available to any school-aged child. It is beautifully written, and I definitely recommend it to everyone!

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Job!, April 27, 2006

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Shirley Priscilla Johnson "Author/Reviewer -... (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Constitution Translated for Kids (Hardcover)

I stand in total awe at the exceptional job author Cathy Travis has done in translating our Constitution into a uncomplicated way that anyone can read and understand. We open up this outstanding book to read some comments on Democracy by such great ones as John Adams, President George Washington and President Theodore Roosevelt. Our author then speaks to adults giving a rundown of what to expect in this work and she gives a brief message to children as well. She takes us through the birth of a Democracy and the governing of our Constitution; at this time we begin our journey into one of the greatest documents ever written and it is one of great enlightenment.
Ms.Travis uses two columns in this book, on the left is the complete text of the United States Constitution and on the right is her easy to understand translation of the same.
As I read this I smiled at finally having a full understanding of the document that governs my life and gives me my liberties. Well done; Bravo!
I feel this book should be in every home in America; it is truly a God send for young and old alike. You will truly understand exactly what are the rights of, 'We the people." I give this work my highest recommendation.