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Founders and the Constitution

Who were the Founders of the United States of America? Introduce students to twenty-four individuals who had a direct impact on the founding of our constitutional government. Explore…  learn more

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day

September 17 is Constitution Day and Citizenship Day (Constitution Day). This day commemorates the September 17, 1787 signing of the United States Constitution.  learn more

Bill of Rights Institute: Presidents and the Constitution

What are the powers delegated to the Executive Branch and how have constitutional principles have applied throughout U.S. History? Examine these questions with your students and equip them…  learn more

Constitution Day Activities and Lesson Plans

The American Federation of Teachers’ Share My Lesson is a free, award-winning community-based site that brings together educators, parents and caregivers, paraprofessionals and school-related personnel, specialized instructional support…  learn more

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CivicED: Constitution Day & Citizenship Day

September 17 is recognized in the United States as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. The purpose of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is to commemorate the creation and…  learn more

The Constitution EXPLAINED: Video Series

This comprehensive series of 35 short videos explains the text, history, and relevance of the United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, and additional amendments in everyday language. Each…  learn more

iCivics Constitution Day Activities

Why is Constitution Day important to teach? Constitution Day, September 17th, is an opportunity to engage students in the U.S. Constitution’s continued relevance. Use this day and the weeks…  learn more

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YouTube: Constitution and Citizenship Day Across the Nation

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day was celebrated on September 16th, 2016 to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution and the rights and protections it provides to all…  learn more

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Constitution Day Activities for 5th Graders

Celebrate Constitution Day with a quick overview of the Constitution, Preamble, Branches of Government, and Bill of Rights. Tips for Teaching the Constitution in Upper Elementary By Jenifer…  learn more

iCivic: The Constitution

The Constitution. Students will learn how our Constitution was created and what some of its key characteristics are. They will also explore key amendments to the Constitution and…  learn more

25 Great Lesson Plans for Constitution Day

Any of the following 25 lesson plans would provide an excellent entry point into a classroom discussion about the significance of the U.S. Constitution and the rights that…  learn more

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Constituting America: Constitution Quiz

The core mission of Constituting America is to educate Americans about the Constitution and the rights and liberties it provides and protects for all of us.  learn more

iCivics: Constitutional Compromise

Constitutional Compromise challenges you to find a way forward for a young nation as disagreements mount. Engage in the ideas discussed at the Constitutional Convention of 1787 and discover…  learn more

iCivics: Constitution Day Lesson Plan

Constitution Day is September 17, the day in 1787 when our U.S. government was born. Meet your Constitution Day education requirement with this free and engaging lesson plan.…  learn more

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The Learning Commons: What is Constitution Day?

Constitution Day is a national observance on September 17 meant to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Schools that receive federal funding, as well as federal agencies, are required…  learn more

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C-SPAN Classroom: Constitution Day and Constitutional Change

National Constitution Center President & CEO Jeffrey Rosen discussed the significance of Constitution Day, constitutional issues in the news, and the importance of civics education.  learn more

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Education World: Constitution Day Lessons and Resources

Education World has gathered resources that will help you find the perfect way -- whether you teach kindergarten or high school. These lesson ideas and resources provide the…  learn more

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Constitution 101 Curriculum: High School

Constitution 101 is a 15-unit asynchronous, semester-long curriculum that provides students with a basic understanding of the Constitution’s text, history, structure, and caselaw. Drawing on primary source documents from…  learn more

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National Constitution Center

The National Constitution Center brings innovative teaching tools to your classroom. The NCC's unique approach to constitutional education emphasizes historic storytelling, constitutional rather than political questions, and the…  learn more

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A MILESTONE 250 YEARS IN THE MAKING

On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is…  learn more

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Celebrating Constitution Day

September 17 is designated as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787. Learn more about the…  learn more

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Constitution Day September 17th

Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on September 17, 1787, recognizing all who are born in the U.S. or…  learn more

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Commemorating Constitution Day: Teacher's Guide

September 17th is Constitution Day, commemorating the day in 1787 when, at the end of a long hot summer of discussion, debate, and deliberation, the delegates to the Constitutional…  learn more

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Civic for Education: Constitution Day Lesson Plans

September 17 is recognized in the United States as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. The purpose of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is to commemorate the creation and…  learn more

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The Constitution: Counter Revolution or National Salvation?

It is Fall 1787. The Federal Convention has recently concluded its closed door meetings in Philadelphia and presented the nation with a new model for the government. It…  learn more

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In the News: The Heat Was On

Nervous delegates, arguments, and a heat wave. These were just a few of the things the Founders dealt with as they wrote the United States Constitution.  learn more

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Constitution Day Toolkit: Lesson Plans

Celebrating Constitution Day is fun and easy with our free toolkit, which contains a wide range of resources for families and students of all ages. Put together a…  learn more

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Best Free Constitution Day Lessons and Activities

These free Constitution Day lessons and activities will inspire students to understand, question, and debate the most important issues of our day.  On September 17, 1787, delegates to…  learn more

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TeachersFirst's Constitution Day Resources

This collection of reviewed resources from TeachersFirst is selected to help teachers and students learn about the United States Constitution and to plan projects and classroom activities so…  learn more

National Constitution Center: Classroom Resources by Topic

Our instructional materials use the National Constitution Center’s Interactive Constitution to provide students with nonpartisan analysis from top constitutional scholars.  Explore our offerings.  learn more

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The Annenberg Guide to the United States Constitution

This interactive guide to the U.S. Constitution provides the original text and an explanation of the meaning of each article and amendment. The guide is an excellent research…  learn more

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Constitution Day Teacher Resources

On September 17, 1787, the final draft of the Constitution was signed by 39 delegates. The document was then sent to the states for ratification and went into…  learn more

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Constitution Day Fun Facts

On February 29, 1952, Congress designated September 17 as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. This day commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787, and…  learn more

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Observing Constitution Day

On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. The National Archives and Records Administration…  learn more

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Bill of Rights Constitution Day

Teachers who sign up will receive our Constitution Day resources directly to their inbox as they are released and be able to submit questions for our live show!  learn more

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Anniberg Classroom: Lesson Plans Archives

Most of these lessons are based on Annenberg Classroom videos. Teachers may contact info@annenbergclassroom.org to get the Teacher’s Key for the lesson plans. Teachers will also find lessons…  learn more

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Constitution Day – September 17, 2022

Celebrated on September 17, Constitution Day, also known as Constitution and Citizenship Day, honors the document that guarantees Americans their essential rights. Since its ratification in 1787, the…  learn more

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US Constitution Day Activities

ConstitutionFacts.com is pleased to provide a series of free educational resources and Internet links to help educators comply with the new federal regulation requiring the development of student…  learn more