Making a Declaration – Intermediate

Declaration of Independence

Overview

Students investigate the importance of the Declaration of Independence as a founding document of the United States, then consider the historical and contemporary relevance of its most famous phrase and how it relates to a personal vision of the American dream.

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Grade

Elementary, Middle School

Subjects

Civics, Social Studies

Length

55 minutes

Topics

American dream, declaration of independence, equality, liberty, pursuit of happiness

Author

Our American Voice

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