Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: First Continental Congress
By 1774 the colonists had had enough of what they saw as British disrespect and lack of concern about their grievances. Read about the cooperation of the colonies in forming the First Continental Congress to address these issues.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Intolerable Acts and the First Continental Congress
An overview of the American colonists response to the Intolerable Acts and how it began to unify the colonists.
Massachusetts Historical Society
Mhs: Coming of the American Revolution: Second Continental Congress
Describes events that led to the formation of the Second Continental Congress and ultimately American independence. Includes supporting original documents and great teacher resources.
A&E Television
History.com: What Did the Three Continental Congresses Do?
During the Revolutionary War, the Continental Congress became America's de facto government. Over a period of 15 years, from 1774 to 1789, the Continental Congress underwent a profound evolution. Starting out as a temporary group that...
Open Door Team
Open Door Web Site: The First Continental Congress
This is a very brief article detailing the votes cast in the First Continental Congress.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Account of the Declaration: Jefferson's Story
Thomas Jefferson's account of events leading up to and the actions of the First Continental Congress, including information about the Committees of Correspondence which communicated through Circular Letters.
Yale University
Yale University: Declaration and Resolves of the First Congress
This Yale Law School project posts outcomes of the First Continental Congress. Contains the actual text of the declarations and resolves written by the First Continental Congress.
US Department of State
Office of the Historian: Continental Congress
The roots of our government began with the Continental Congress. Examine the roles this Congress played in the relationship between the colonies and Great Britain.
Library of Congress
Loc: Continental Congress and the Constitutional Convention: Elliot's Debates
Here one can view the five volumes of The Debates in the Several State Conventions on the Adoption of the Federal Constitution, which were put together by Jonathan Elliot in the mid-1800s. These debates extend from September 1787 to...
Library of Congress
Loc: American Memory: Journals of the Continental Congress
A comprehensive list of links to the original text of the official journals of the proceedings of the First and Second Continental Congresses.
Library of Congress
Loc: Journals of the Continental Congress
These journals from the Continental Congress of the United States will provide students with a greater understanding of the foundations of American government as established in the late 18th century. Includes handwritten documents by...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Carpenters' Hall
Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia served many vital functions before and during the American Revolution. Among these are the seat of the First Continental Congress, the site of the War Office, and the home of the first public lending...
University of North Carolina
American Self Government: The First & Second Continental Congress [Pdf]
Looks at the significant events and decisions of the First and Second Continental Congresses that piloted the movement towards self-government.
Library of Congress
Loc: Journals of the Continental Congress, 1774 1789
Link directly to hypertext versions of the minutes recorded at the First and Second Continental Congresses. Included are the words of the various factions within the Congresses and the final resolutions that were passed, and then sent to...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: Revolution: Continental Congress [Pdf]
A lesson plan from the producers of the 16-episode PBS series "Freedom: A History of US" that examines the rules by which the Continental Congress governed colonial America. Learners will identify people who held positions of leadership...
Quia
Quia: Building of the Constitution
Quiz yourself on how well you know the events leading up to writing the United States Constitution.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: First Continental Congress, 1774
A map of the British Colonies showing the colonies participating in the First Continental Congress of 1774 held in Philadelphia. The map shows the number of delegates from each of the twelve colonies that participated (the Province of...
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Colonial Williamsburg: Peyton Randolph
Biographical information on Peyton Randolph, the President of the First Continental Congress. Also includes links to a number of other important people and events of the time.
The History Place
The History Place: American Revolution: Prelude to Revolution
This site from The History Place offers a timeline of events of the Revolution. It offers information about England's involvement with the United States. Pictures are provided throughout along with links to additional information.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: The Continental Congress for Kids
History Questions: The Continental Congress Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: American Revolution for Kids: The Continental Congress
Kids learn about The Continental Congress meetings; major events in the American Revolutionary War.
Library of Congress
Loc: The u.s. Constitution: Governing of the u.s.
This unit includes four lessons using primary sources to examine continuity and change in the governing of the United States. Lessons one and two are focused on a study of the Constitution and Bill of Rights and provide access to primary...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: John Jay
A brief biography of John Jay's life and political career. Discusses his role in the First Continental Congress and authoring of three articles that are now collectively known as "The Federalist."
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: James Monroe
This site gives a biography of President James Monroe. From the left-hand toolbar, select information about his life before presidency, campaigns and elections, and also domestic affairs. Links to the first lady, cabinet members , and...