Documents of Freedom: U.S. Constitution and The Bill of Rights

In this lesson plan, students will use text analysis and historical context to explore the impact of foundational documents, such as the Mayflower Compact, on the U.S. Constitution and The Bill of Rights. Students will engage in close reading and analysis of the documents and provide some contextualization of the principles included within each document. A graphic organizer is designed to assist with a formative assessment writing assignment. The intention is for this lesson to follow 200022, but it is not essential provided students have a background understanding of the Mayflower Compact. 
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, lesson plan, civics, founding documents, Declaration of Independence, foundational principles, democracy, constitutional republic, republicanism
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Civics Original teacher resources - Grades 6-12

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