The United States Constitution: What It Says, What It Means: A Hip Pocket Guide | 
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Publisher: Oxford University Press
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 56770
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Young Adult
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 96
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.1
Dimensions (in): 5.9 x 3.2 x 0.2
ISBN: 0195304438
Dewey Decimal Number: 342.7302
EAN: 9780195304435
ASIN: 0195304438
Publication Date: September 17, 2005
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Product Description
Affordable, readable, and indispensable,The United States Constitution: What it Says, What it Means allows you to put the most important document in American history in your back pocket. In conjunction with Justice Learning and The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands and with an introduction written by Caroline Kennedy and an afterword written by David Eisenhower, this pocket guide appeals to the broadest possible audience. Each Article and each Amendment is followed by a clear and concise explanation, in plain English, that is suitable for both middle and high school students.
On December 8, 2004 President Bush officially signed Constitution Day into law. The law mandates that each year, on September 17th, schools and colleges that receive federal money are required to teach the Constitution. The new law was championed in Congress by Sen. Robert Byrd who famously carries around a copy of the document in his pocket. Sen. Byrd became increasingly alarmed at the lack of civics education-specifically relating to the Constitution-in our public schools and he wanted to take action.
Lightweight, easy to use and easy for everyone to understand The United States Constitution: What it Says, What it Means is an excellent way for students and citizens of all ages to read and completely comprehend the building block of American democracy.
Justice Learning (www.justicelearning.org), is a comprehensive on-line resource that offers wide-ranging non-partisan materials relating to civics education.
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 Essential Clarity July 22, 2008
This is my pocket secular bible. It fits in my suit pocket, pants pocket, laptop case, Black Berry's case, brief case, and just about anywhere. It is a great reference tool whenever someone misquotes any parts of my secular bible.
my constant companion June 5, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I had heard that Senator Byrd of W. Virginia kept a copy of the US Constitution in his pocket. I was not sure where to get one also. I found it here at Amazon, and for a good price as well. I use to show what is actually written, if someone is in doubt. And it gives a nice, brief explanation of the meanings behind the words. I am getting a copy for all of my grown children. A very good edition.
A MUST READ FOR ALL AMERICANS OF ALL POLITICAL PERSUASIONS June 1, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
There has been much talk of restoring the republic, and following the Constitution. Reading this book is the blue print of our working government. The explanations of what each section means is well written and easy to understand. The reader will be more informed of what it means to be American. S/he will also understand how far we have gone away from the Constitution in today's modern government. Decide for yourself. Read this book.
A great reference May 22, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Too few Americans understand what their constitutional rights are and have no fear of these precious liberties being eroded. This little book goes a long way in teaching the basics of this founding document. It should be given to every student in the USA.
 bad intro February 26, 2008
1 out of 7 found this review helpful
i did not appreciate the introduction by Caroline Kennedy. had I known she did he intro I would not have bought the book.
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