Mayflower Compact to the U.S. Constitution

In this lesson plan, students will take a Gallery Walk with a partner to identify how four colonial-era founding documents: the Mayflower Compact, Common Sense, Declaration of Independence, and the U.S. Constitution, have influenced the ideals and principles of our U.S. government and impact our daily lives. Students will trace the foundational principles from each primary source and answer questions on a Graphic Organizer.  Each group will present their analysis to the class with an oral or digital presentation. 
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: civics, integrated, lesson plan, American history, Mayflower Compact, U.S. Constitution, Declaration of Independence, foundational principles, ideals, Common Sense
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment,  Student Center Activity
Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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