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Examine the history of democracy and the creation of American government with students in grades 5-8. Explore the foundations of democracy and take a look at the creation of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Includes five segments:
- American Roots — From the laws of the ancient world to the capitalism that shaped the first colonies, explore the many influences on American government.
- Colonies to Nation — See how the Great Awakening and the Enlightenment set the stage for the colonies' conflict with Britain.
- The Declaration of Independence — Examine the values and ideals set forth in this document that unites us as a nation.
- The Constitution — Review the debate around James Madison's plan for a central government with three branches.
- The Bill of Rights — Discover how these protections of individual rights were planned during the writing of the Constitution.
