The 2019 Civic Calendar from the National Constitution Center not only highlights civic holidays throughout the year, but will also focus on historical events dealing with the First Amendment.
This two-day lesson uses historical quotations to help students develop understandings of conceptions of the Rule of Law, then, through small group work and class-wide collaboration analyzing Supreme Court cases, students will reflect on how their understandings of Rule of Law relate to the Constitution, the judicial system, and their daily lives.
Using video clips from the Landmark Supreme Court Cases series, a partnership between C-SPAN and the National Constitution Center, students will investigate the Supreme Court's interpretation of the 14th Amendment in the years after its ratification.
Using video clips from the Landmark Supreme Court Cases series, a partnership between C-SPAN and the National Constitution Center, students will research and role-play to better understand the legal, social, and economic factors relating to--and implications of--the majority and dissenting opinions in this infamous case.
The 2017 calendar explores turning points in American history with fifteen landmark Supreme Court cases.
This lesson builds student understanding of the relationships between the United States’ founding documents by comparing and contrasting the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
Students will investigate the legal language defining their freedom of speech rights
This activity is perfect for commemorating Tax Day.
This lesson takes a closer look at the history of Memorial Day by examining World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War and their connections to this civic holiday.
This lesson encourages students to take a closer look at the American flag and its meaning.
Honor veterans for supporting and defending the Constitution and protecting our freedom by thanking them with a special postcard.
We the School is an innovative new form of student government created at Constitution High School in Philadelphia.
Learn how the Constitution was amended to allow the federal government to impose an income tax, and learn where those tax dollars go today.
Discover the real story of the first Thanksgiving and how the day became a national holiday during the Civil War.
In this popular episode, we explore the history of the environmental movement in the United States and the origins of the holiday we know as Earth Day.
Learn about how the Constitution protects our rights and the freedom to express ourselves—out loud!
In this episode, we look at Dr. King’s legacy of service—and we’ll even learn about ways that you can serve your community.
Just in time for the 2012 election, this engaging, interactive lesson traces the history of the American presidency.
Students learn about the specific rights and freedoms protected by the Bill of Rights, one of our nation's most important documents.
As you learn about the symbolism and importance of our America's flag, you can design your own flag.
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s historic "I Have a Dream" speech with a mobile that inspires you to think about your own dreams.
Students will deepen their appreciation of war art through watching and listening to veteran war experiences.
Learn about a landmark Supreme Court ruling with this word puzzle.
Learn about the signers of the U.S. Constitution with this word puzzle.
Learn about basic terms from the Constitution with this word puzzle.
Explore the compelling story of our Constitution’s first ten amendments.
This interactive resource celebrates constitutional and local history in Philadelphia and beyond through student-generated multimedia content.
Have fun getting to know the phrases of the Preamble while you unscramble the puzzle.
Decorate and customize a wreath for Independence Day, Flag Day, Memorial Day, or Veterans Day.
Make a dazzling sun catcher to commemorate the Liberty Bell and the constitutional ideals it symbolizes.
Get more familiar with the Bill of Rights with this simple bingo game.
Show your patriotic pride with this festive stars-and-stripes-covered pinwheel.
This clever twist on the classic cootie catcher tests your knowledge of the first 10 amendments.
This lesson shows students firsthand how the three branches of government work together through separation of powers and checks and balances.
In this lesson, students will analyze the political and constitutional issues that faced President Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War.
On Constitution Day, students will examine the role of the people in shaping the U.S. Constitution.
Students will get a look at how African-American individuals have broken barriers to racial integration in the United States.
Students will examine the ideas that the Founding Fathers brought to the Constitutional Convention of 1787, and use them to analyze the Constitution and Bill of Rights.
Learn more about the signers of the Constitution with these Founding Fathers biographies.
In this lesson, students will consider how respect and freedom of expression intersect and their role in maintaining a free society.
In this lesson, students will analyze how people throughout history have exercised their First Amendment rights to express their opinions.
In this lesson, students will examine the constitutional, legal, political, and historical sources of the continuing debate over war powers.
In this lesson, students learn about the role of bureaucracy in U.S. government.
These Classroom Teaching Materials are designed to be used in conjunction with the Living News theatrical performance at the National Constitution Center or stand alone.
This lesson is designed to be used in conjunction with the Living News theatrical performance at the National Constitution Center.
Explore our new 15-unit core curriculum with educational videos, primary texts, and more.
Search and browse videos, podcasts, and blog posts on constitutional topics.
Discover primary texts and historical documents that span American history and have shaped the American constitutional tradition.