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Constitution
A New Nation
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8th Grade
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Creating the Constitution
General Information
Videos and activities focused on the Constitution. (Note: Teachers must sign up for a trial account. Then search "Constitution.")
General information and activities on many aspects of the Constitution
General information on the Constitutional Convention at a basic reading level
Articles of Confederation
Informational website with leveled readings and content
Link to a chart comparing Articles of Confederation with Constitution
Video explaining why the Articles of Confederation Failed- View first before showing
Video with general information on the Articles of Confederation
Constitutional Convention
A Peanuts cartoon's rendition of the Constitutional Convention
Ratification
Short video explaining the importance of ratifying the constitution
Branches of Government
Readings on the branches of government at a 6-8th grade level
Readings and images on the branches of government at a more basic reading level
Website resource with information and activities on the branches of government
Videos and activities focused on the 3 Branches of Government.
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