Article III: Building the Court System

By Fletcher C Finch

The writers of the U.S. Constitution called for federal courts to judge cases according to the Constitution and the laws passed by Congress. Article III empowers the Supreme Court and federal courts to judge controversies between different states and their citizens. In this important and fascinating volume, readers will learn about the ways the American court system helps balance governmental powers and protects the rights of citizens. Modern and historical examples help readers understand the way court decisions have shaped the nation.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538258587
• ISBN13: 9781538258583
• Release Date: July 2020
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6