Creating the Constitution: 1787

The book describes the Constitutional Convention of 1787 held in Philadelphia, where delegates from the states gathered to create a new framework of government for the United States. It examines the key personalities involved, including George Washington, James Madison, Benjamin Franklin, and other founding fathers who debated and negotiated the structure of the new government. The book also explores the political and sociological issues that shaped the Constitution, such as the balance between state and federal power, representation, and slavery. It is written at a reading level of 8.9 for middle grade students.