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History of Liberty
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Concepts for Kids
1. The Declaration of Independence is a paper written in 1776 that says the United States will be its own country. Before that, the states were colonies ruled by a king, with laws made in the country of Britain.
2. The Declaration of Independence is important because it tells clearly why people are free, that they can choose their government, and how Britain violated the rights of the American colonists. 3. The Declaration of Independence is also important because it was the beginning of creating a free nation, the United States of America. Online ResourcesRelated Topics |
Related LiteratureWhen Mr. Jefferson Came to Philadelphia
by Ann Turner A colonial American boy describes watching his mother's tenant, Thomas Jefferson, working on the Declaration of Independence. In 1776 by Jean Marzollo This short history begins with the conflict in Colonial America and ends with the current friendship of Britain and the US. It covers the context for the Declaration of Independence and the Revolutionary War. It also summarizes the deliberations concerning the wording of the document and the aftermath of the war. Mystery on Church Hill by Steven K. Smith This chapter book is the second of the Virginia Mysteries. Colonial life, founding fathers, a famous speech, encounters with thieves, reenactments, and enlightenment values are all part of the adventure as three young friends search historic Virginia for a lost document from 1776. The Hatmaker's Sign: A Story by Benjamin Franklin retold by Candace Fleming Benjamin Franklin offers sage advice to Thomas Jefferson concerning the wording of Declaration of Independence. Family Activity
Celebrate Independence Day
Make crafts Ideas from Parents magazine Ideas from All Kids Network Ideas from Red Tricycle Read excerpts from the Declaration of Independence See Online Resources Play games Suggestions from Real Simple Suggestions from Better Homes and Gardens Prepare Fourth of July food Watch fireworks |