The Making of the American Constitution - Judy Walton
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How did a meeting intended to revise the Articles of Confederation lead to the new Constitution for the United States? Discover how a handful of men--sitting in sweltering heat and shrouded by secrecy--changed the course of history for America in 1787.
The document drafted by the Convention delegates did not originally apply to women or people of color but, through amendments and Supreme Court decisions, has evolved to include many such groups. How do you think the Framers would react to these changes if you could speak with them today?
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- Educator Judy Walton
- Animator Kelsey Stark
- Artist Liesje Kraai
- Producer Richard O'Connor
- Narrator Judy Walton
