A True Book: Why it Matters series introduces young readers to the branches of the US government, the constitution and more, while engaging them to become productive citizens. This series includes an introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

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Hard times : what if you lived before there was a Bill of Rights? -- America, set free! : what will the new United States government look like? -- The first four : what do the first four amendments promise you? -- The big truth : should the First Amendment be changed?; Should the right of freedom of speech or expression be limited? -- Amendments five through ten : what are the rights of the accused? -- The Bill of Rights, the Supreme Court, and you : what does the future hold for your rights? -- Kids in action -- Get involved! -- True statistics.