In 1787, representatives from all 13 states met in Philadelphia to decide how to run the United States. After many months of heated debates, they reached an agreement and signed it on parchment paper. The Constitution of the United States had been approved! Travel through time with Elizabeth and Henry, two kids from Philadelphia, as they sneak into Independence Hall and witness one of the defining events in American history.

About This Series:

Step back in time to the most relevant historical moments with the best-selling series, "If You Were a Kid"! In an exciting blend of fiction and nonfiction, a fictionalized narrative teaches history through the eyes of kids, while informational text introduces readers to key factual information. With engaging text, and illustrations and photos on every page, "If You Were a Kid" will spark readers' curiosity and imagination and will make learning about our past an accessible and unforgettable experience.