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Lesson Plans - Social Studies

The Fourth of July: A Day to Remember

Polls reveal that Americans know surprisingly little about their country’s history. Education World remembers — and celebrates America’s struggle for independence with 13 patriotic activities, one for each of the original colonies!

Comparing Pictures

Students demonstrate skills in describing pictures.

Dear Founders

After reading short biographies of the men who signed of the Declaration of Independence, students write letters to some of the signers.

Create a New Amendment

After studying the amendments to the Constitution, students propose a new amendment.

First Amendment Poster

Students create posters about the First Amendment freedoms of speech and the press.