This resource examines the creativity and inspiration that went into the creation and writing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

Seven sections of primary resource materials with introductory notes, classroom discussion questions, and supplemental links on the questions, discussion and debate over the U.S. Constitution.

The University of Chicago provides thousands of primary source documents concerning the diverse contents of the Constitution. Documents underlying the proposed Constitution, as well as documents of the time debating the proposed...

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is an in depth Activote questionnaire relating to our Constitution. Students should understand the basic concepts of the Constitution, checks and balances, separation of powers, and...

Learning packet was created to provide young scholars with an understanding of the civil liberties a United States citizen is entitled to without interference from government.

Articles related to leadership looks at historical figure, Joan of Arc in this issue of Bill of Rights. Includes primary source material, questions for discussion and small group acitvity.

This site offers historical background for each of the amendments through quotes from writings of the time period.

A scholarly article about Tench Coxe, his support for ratifying the Constitution, the roles he played in the Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison administrations, and especially his analysis and defense of the Second Amendment.

This unit explores the timeless qualities of The U.S. Constitution, the opportunities to amend it, and how it is a pillar of the American identity, through these activities, videos, and outside resources.

American rule of law is based on the premise that increase in government means decrease in liberty. That being given, the underlying assumption about American rule of law is that limits must be placed on government, since the tendency of...

Excellent site offered from the Constitutional Rights Foundation and dedicated to "educating tomorrow's citizens." Many great links and activities are available.

Chief Justice Burger's majority opinion in the case of MARSH vs. CHAMBERS, 463 U.S. 783 (1983). The case dealt with whether an opening prayer in the Nebraska Legislature violated the First Amendment.

This site provides extensive information regarding several American constitutional issues such as: impeachment, war powers, interstate commerce, and the amendment process. Hyperlinks can be found throughout each constitutional issue to...

Find the text of the Constitution and amendments along with an explanation of each article and section. [pdf]

The sources in this primary set document the creation of the US Constitution. Includes teaching guide.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 9th amendment of the Bill of Rights that states that the Constitution of America does not include all of the rights of the people and the states.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 5th amendment of the Bill of Rights detailing the need for 'due process of the law' before punishing a person and the right to a trial by jury as detailed in the Constitution.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 2nd amendment of the Bill of Rights detailing the right to keep a weapon and use it to protect themselves.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 6th amendment of the Bill of Rights detailing the right to a fair and speedy trial and covering the subject of witnesses.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 7th amendment of the Bill of Rights detailing trial by jury in civil cases and the rights of those being sued.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 1st amendment of the Bill of Rights detailing freedom of religion, the freedom of the press, and freedom of expression in the Constitution.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 8th amendment of the Bill of Rights stating limitations on imposing excessive bail, excessive fines, or any cruel and unusual punishments.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 4th amendment of the Bill of Rights stating that a person or their property cannot be searched unless there is "probable cause" that a crime has been committed.

Short, simple summary with the full text of the 3rd amendment of the Bill of Rights relating to the early Quartering Act with a summary stating that soldiers cannot take, or live, in a person's house without permission of the owner.