Our Constitution Rocks [Paperback]

Juliette Turner (Author)

Book Description

Release date: September 4, 2012 | Age Range: 8 and up

Imagine a world without Twitter, Facebook, iTunes, or television... Little did the Framers of the United States Constitution know that their work would change the course of history, but that's exactly what it did. The Constitution has been called miraculous, revolutionary, unprecedented, all that and more! With it, our Founding Fathers created a free nation, a country governed by the people in a way never seen before. Youth Advocate for Constituting America, Juliette Turner takes a unique look at our founding document and makes it relevant to kids today. Our Constitution Rocks is for a new generation, a reminder of what it means to have a voice and live free. So come along and discover America's Constitution. Learn how those guys in wigs came up with some of the best ideas ever. It still matters to kids today. Find out why.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Gr 7-10-Turner's peppy writing style will keep teens hooked long enough to understand-and possibly even enjoy learning about-the U.S. Constitution. Each article is broken down into sections, then translated into lay terms and given historical context and significance. All of them are accompanied by primary-source quotes (and Turner's interpretation of their meanings), fun facts, comparisons with the Articles of Confederation and British laws, and, most importantly, reasons that teens should care about and become engaged in the Constitutional process. Unfortunately, gross inaccuracies are evident on numerous occasions. Most striking is the insistence that the Constitution-and the entire system of government-was founded on Christian principles. Mentions of Christianity are also incongruously located in the section about weights and measures, the Emoluments Clause, and the establishment of the Treasury. There is also a distinct negativity to mentions of President Obama's track record, including his time living overseas, the 2011 NATO airstrike on Libya, and his refusal to back the Defense of Marriage Act (although his social-media presence does get a positive nod). While Turner is entitled to her political opinion, modern partisanship in either direction does not belong in a children's book about the foundation of the country.-Rebecca Dash Donsky, New York Public Libraryα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

About the Author

Fourteen year old, Juliette Turner, is an honor student, singer, dancer and the National Youth Director for Constituting America. When she isn't writing or on the speaking circuit, she can be found with her mother, actress and radio talk show host, Janine Turner, on their Texas ranch caring for their herd of 25 longhorn cows, eight dogs, pony AB and cat, Sparkle.

Product Details

• Age Range: 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan (September 4, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310734215
• ISBN-13: 978-0310734215
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.6 x 10 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,625 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #5 in Books > Children's Books > History > United States > Colonial & Revolutionary

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

44 of 45 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome! September 7, 2012

By Penelope Jones

Format:Paperback

Purchased this book for my Business & Personal Law class. It's the absolute BEST book I've seen to learn about the Constitution. Easy to read, great illustrations. Really enjoyed reading it, can't wait to share it with my students.

37 of 38 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars "EDUCATIONAL, INTERESTING, ENJOYABLE!" September 13, 2012

By Geraldine Ahearn TOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

Format:Paperback

I purchased this awesome book as a gift for a teacher friend, and I'm glad I made the right decision. 'Our Constitution Rocks' is the first easy-to-read, interesting, and enjoyable book that I've seen for ages 8 and up. Through the last 20 years and even before that, I remember searching-and-searching for a book about the Constitution that would pique the interest of my daughters and grab their attention, and it wasn't an easy task back then. I wish this was published when they were in elementary school, but it's a Great advantage for today's children. Youth Advocate, Juliette Turner delivers an easy-to-read presentation on information about the Constitution, how it changed history, facts about our Founding Fathers, and much more. In addition, the author creates a unique portrait of our Great nation, making history interesting for a new generation, and reminds us about freedom of speech as she portrays the importance of Freedom. Enjoyable with illustrations, clear, and simple. This gem belongs on the shelves of school libraries and in the classroom!

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous! September 22, 2012

By K. Tripp

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

I am so impressed with this book, and the author! I had a chance to meet her and hear her story of writing this book. I was so impressed that I immediately ordered it. I have really wanted to better understand the constitution, and this will be a great book to help me do that. It is written for a teen audience, but my younger kids also are learning from it. I am a homeschool mom and I am so happy to have found this wonderful resource. I recommend this to anyone who wants to understand more about our country, the constitution, and the founding fathers. She did and incredible job putting this together in a format that is fun and easy to read!