The US Constitution: The Preamble and Bill of Rights

Over the course of four lessons the students will analyze and assess the Preamble to the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the US Constitution. To demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the documents, the students will answer critical thinking questions, summarize the meaning of the text, and restate it in their own words. They will also create an original drawing of a selected amendment that accurately conveys its meaning and significance.

Lesson Plan Author: Tim Bailey

Historical Background Essay by: Linda Monk