Probably, you've already learned about the history of the U.S. Constitution in your social studies class - but this book is different. It explains what the constitution does, and how it affects and protects you today.

You'll find out how the constitution provides for the federal government's three branches - legislative, executive, and judicial. You'll also see how the Constitution gives citizens the right to vote, the right to enjoy freedom of speech, and the right to worship - or not worship - according to each person's own religious beliefs/

The Constitution also makes it safe for you to disagree openly with government policies if you think they are unfair. And because of the Constitution, all Americans have the right to defend themselves in courts of law if they are accused of crimes.