Our Federal and State Constitutions - Illinois Edition

Our Federal and State Constitutions - Illinois Edition is a concise 88-page streamlined worktext tailored to fulfill the required study of these units. The materials are written in an easy-to-read and understandable format for students of all ages and abilities. Look inside the book and review the table of contents. You will see the wide range of topics covered, from both the federal level and specifics to the state of Illinois. Please note that loading the sample pages may take several seconds to a minute.

The new edition "Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence" is now available.

• Expanding section on America's Road to Independence
• Emphasis on all three "Charters of Freedom"
• The latest federal and state government officials
• Additional teacher materials that include our 16 "Extra Effort" exercises that align with units in the student worktext, and the special handout below:

In 2026, our nation faces an important milestone that every citizen should recognize. We proudly introduce America's 250th Anniversary – A Student's Celebration of Independence, which invites exploration into the founding of the United States through history, reflection, and hands-on activities. This colorful 8-page booklet brings the Declaration of Independence to life, featuring its historical background, key phrases, the full original text, and engaging classroom exercises. Students will discover why 1776 still matters today and how America's founding ideals continue to inspire citizens 250 years later. This handout is FREE with orders of 20 or more student worktext copies and may be reproduced for your class or school. Additional copies (set of 25) may be purchased by visiting the product page: Americas 250th Celebration Booklet

For orders of 20 or more student copies, digital tools and assessments that accompany the student worktext are available at no charge. The digital activities include end-of-unit questions and the final federal and state testing program. All direct-answer questions (multiple-choice, true/false, and matching) from the student worktext have been set to auto-grade, saving teachers time from grading individual responses and using valuable class time to review the correct answers. The platform has been built using Google Forms to provide teachers with an easy-to-use, customizable interface that integrates directly with any online platform. To request more information or gain access to these digital tools, please get in touch with our offices (info@ajspublications.com or 847-526-5027).

To preview the latest edition of the student worktext, please review the sample pages or request a FREE examination copy and one will be sent immediately. You may request a sample copy through this website, by phone, or by e-mail.

Reasonable pricing at $7.25 each for orders of 20 or more copies, and include FREE teacher materials. Less than 20 student copies are $9.25 each.

You may reference the ISBN (978-0-931298-00-4) or description when ordering the Illinois edition. Our vendor number for Chicago Schools (CPS) is #37996.

Digital Edition (eBook) is also available. We offer "Our Federal and State Constitutions" in an eBook/Digital format (ISBN 978-0-9904772-8-0). This option is ideal for combining with the print edition or for schools using Chromebooks or iPads in one-to-one programs. Our partner, EdTech, provides a user-friendly reader that enhances the digital experience. Teachers can enrich the learning process by adding their content, such as quizzes, images, YouTube videos, audio files, worksheets, and more. We will guide you through the process of creating overlays or implementing any other features within the new eReader. Additionally, we will assist with setting up each student's digital license, which is valid for one year. Contact our offices to schedule a demo, request a digital or eBook sample license, or obtain additional information.

Do you need an audio version of the book?  Our Federal and State Constitutions is available as an audiobook from audible.com (audible.com audiobook) or from iTunes by searching the title.

Do you need a Spanish edition of Our Federal and State Constitutions - Illinois Edition?  We now offer the federal unit and Illinois unit in a newly, updated and revised worktext.  Click on this link for more details.  Spanish edition

Is your class only studying the Federal (United States) Constitution unit? If so, we have a worktext only for the federal constitution section. "Our Federal Constitution - A Student's Guide to the United States Constitution" is a 64-Page worktext that covers only the state section. Click on the following link for more details. Our Federal Constitution - A Student's Guide to the U.S. Constitution

Is your class only studying the Illinois Constitution unit? If so, we have a worktext only for the state constitution section. "Our State Constitution - A Student's Guide to the Illinois Constitution" is a 40-Page worktext that covers only the state section. Click on the following link for more details. Our State Constitution - A Student's Guide to the Illinois Constitution