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Shh! We're Writing the Constitution Paperback – Picture Book, December 29, 1997

by Jean Fritz (Author), Tomie dePaola (Illustrator)
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Go behind the scenes at the Constitutional Convention, thanks to award-winning author Jean Fritz's words!

This factual gem that's written with Newbery Honor author Jean Fritz's humorous touch chronicles the hot summer of 1787 where fifty-five delegates from thirteen states huddled together in the strictest secrecy in Philadelphia to draw up the constitution of the United States!

Includes a copy of the Constitution and those who signed it!

"An informative, interesting, and immensely readable account of the Constitutional Convention of 1787 . . . An excellent choice for introducing young readers to the complexities of the constitution."—School Library Journal
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    8 - 13 years, from customers
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    64 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    2 - 4
  5. Lexile measure
    950L
  6. Dimensions
    7 x 0.2 x 9.06 inches
  7. Publisher
    Puffin Books
  8. Publication date
    December 29, 1997
  9. ISBN-10
    0698113942
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0698116245
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★"As usual, Fritz's account is lively and spiced with bits of detail that make the report come alive .... The informed reporting that goes on here will give readers a new perspective on our government's beginnings." -Booklist (starred review)

★"The author has distinguished herself again by making a landmark event an exciting story." -The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review)

"An informative, interesting, and immensely readable account of the Constitutional Convention of 1787 . . . An excellent choice for introducing young readers to the complexities of the constitution."—School Library Journal

"In her conversational and entertaining style, Fritz takes readers behind the scenes to learn what it was like during the Constitutional Convention of 1787 . . . A really delightful way to learn American history."—Children's Literature 

ALA Notable Book
An American Bookseller Pick of the Lists
A Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
A Child Study Children’s Book Committee (Bank Street College) Children’s Book of the Year

About the Author

Acclaimed biographer, Jean Fritz, was born in China to American missionaries on November 16, 1915. Living there until she was almost thirteen sparked a lifelong interest in American history.  She wrote about her childhood in China in Homesick, My Own Story, a Newbery Honor Book and winner of the National Book Award.
     Ms. Fritz was the author of forty-five books for children and young people. Many center on historical American figures, gaining her a reputation as the premier author of biographies for children and young people.
     Among the other prestigious awards Ms. Fritz has garnered are: the National Humanities Medal, the Children's Literature Legacy Award, the May Hill Arbuthnot Lecture Award. the Christopher Award, the Boston Globe-Horn Book Non-Fiction Award, a New York Times Notable Book of the Year, and many ALA Notable Books of the Year, School Library Journal Best Books of the Year, and ALA Booklist Editors’ Choice Awards.
     She passed away on May 14, 2017.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0698116240
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Puffin Books; Reissue edition (December 29, 1997)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0698113942
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0698116245
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 13 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 950L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 2 - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.2 x 9.06 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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"The question I am most often asked," Jean Fritz says, "is how do I find my ideas? The answer is: I don't. Ideas find me. A character in history will suddenly step right out of the past and demand a book. Generally people don't bother to speak to me unless there's a good chance that I'll take them on." Throughout almost four decades of writing about history, Jean Fritz has taken on plenty of people, starting with George Washington in The Cabin Faced West (1958). Since then, her refreshingly informal historical biographies for children have been widely acclaimed as "unconventional," "good-humored," "witty," "irrepressible," and "extraordinary."In her role as biographer, Jean Fritz attempts to uncover the adventures and personalities behind each character she researches. "Once my character and I have reached an understanding," she explains, "then I begin the detective work--reading old books, old letters, old newspapers, and visiting the places where my subject lived. Often I turn up surprises and of course I pass these on." It is her penchant for making distant historical figures seem real that brings the characters to life and makes the biographies entertaining, informative, and filled with natural child appeal.An original and lively thinker, as well as an inspiration to children and adults, Jean Fritz is undeniably a master of her craft. She was awarded the Regina Medal by the Catholic Library Association, presented with the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award by the American Library Association for her "substantial and lasting contribution to children's literature," and honored with the Knickerbocker Award for Juvenile Literature, which was presented by the New York State Library Association for her body of work.

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This book is a timeless classic and engaging must-read for every child. It can also be a face-saving tool for adults who lack a basic knowledge of American history. Besides, it's just fun.
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This book was for an extra credit book report for my son. This was his extra project for the month of April. What a nice book. It is accurate,& informative, but the way Jean Fritz presents the information she keeps a childs attention. My third grader was entertained while he learned something new. The illustrations added to the content without being a distraction. We read the book together, and I was so impressed with Jean Fritz that I plan on buying another book by her.
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What an undertaking....I am fascinated that was all started and came together with such determination....what a gift to all of us.....great read for every kid!
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