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Far from the well-ordered, solemn conference some might think of, the Constitutional Convention of 1787 was filled with disagreements, debates, and near-disasters. Yet, the framers of the Constitution pushed on to save the new nation from falling apart. The result was the remarkable document the United States government still uses as its foundation. Readers of this accessible book, perfect for struggling readers, will learn the story of the convention, who showed up, who didn't, and the final fight for ratification. Historical images shed light on the time period. Fact boxes add further interesting details about this important event.

Includes 15 bulletins, each with special title page, and formerly issued separately. ; Compiled in preparation for the Illinois Constitutional Convention, 1920-1922. ; Includes bibliographical references and index. ; no. 1. The procedure and problems of the constitutional convention -- no. 2. The initiative, referendum and recall -- no. 3. The amending article of the constitution -- no. 4. State and local finance -- no. 5. The short ballot -- no. 6. Municipal home rule -- no. 7. Eminent domain and excess condemnation -- no. 8. The legislative department -- no. 9. The executive department -- no. 10. The judicial department, jury, grand jury and claims against the state. ; no. 11. Local governments in Chicago and Cook County -- no. 12. County and local governments in Illinois -- no. 13. Farm tenancy and rural credits -- no. 14. Social and economic problems -- no. 15. Bill of rights, education, militia, suffrage and elections, preamble, boundaries, distribution of powers, schedule. ; Mode of access: Internet.