Thursday (September 17) is Constitution Day, which commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution, on that same day in 1787. Here is Units, Topic, and Infographics to help you with lesson planning and teaching kids about this holiday.
The Constitution
The battle to write, ratify, and enforce the Constitution, is the focus of this critical issue in American History. A major focus is how amendments are proposed into legislation.
Teach kids about the American Independence, as they’re taken back in time to 1776, the watershed year in which the original 13 colonies became a free country.
How America Works
The structure and many functions of the American government is the main focus here. The process of electing officials to represent and address the concerns of the public is also examined.
| What is the Constitution? By 1787, many leaders feared that the new country would fall apart without a strong central government. They called for a meeting of delegates from all of the states. |
Declaring Independence
In the summer of 1776, delegates to the Second Continental Congress gave Thomas Jefferson the job of telling the world why the American colonies wanted to break free from Britain.
On May 25, 1787, delegates from seven states met in Philadelphia with the goal of revising the Articles of Confederation.
In 1789, our Founding Fathers created the first 10 Amendments in the U.S. Constitution. In this infographic, you’ll learn about what they are and what is guaranteed for the American people.
Ever wonder how the President of the United States gets elected? Check out this infographic for a step-by-step breakdown of how the Electoral College works.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
