America has just won the Revolution, but the new country is struggling. The thirteen states cannot agree, bills are piling up, and people are unhappy. Will this brand new nation survive its early challenges? Travel back to the hot summer of 1787 in Philadelphia. Join leaders like George Washington, James Madison, and Benjamin Franklin as they gather to solve a massive problem. They need a new set of rules to keep the states together. Follow along as they debate, compromise, and finally create a powerful framework for the future: the United States Constitution. This true story introduces young readers to the founding of a nation. It shows how a shaky group of states worked together to build a strong country based on freedom. You will discover the history behind the famous words We the people and learn why this document still guides America today.