Instructional Video2:05
Makematic

Who Was James Madison?

K - 8th
James Madison is known as the “Father of the Constitution”. In this video for US students grades 3-5, we learn about Madison’s remarkable life, career and legacy.
Instructional Video2:31
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James Madison's Legacy

K - 8th
James Madison is known as the “Father of the Constitution” – but he was so much more than that. As author of the Virginia Plan and the Bill of Rights, his political genius proved vital in the founding of our nation.
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: Father of the Constitution

9th - 10th
He didn't like being called Father of the Constitution, but James Madison earned the nickname. How did he stand out during the development of the Constitution? [57]
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Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: James Madison

9th - 10th
James Madison is known as the Father of the Constitution. Do you know why? Madison was a delegate from Virginia in the development of the Constitution. [1 min. 23 secs.]