This collection gathers the core documents of the founding era in one place so students can read the words the founders actually wrote. Each source comes with a short introduction, key vocabulary and questions that help students read closely.
Documents included
- The Declaration of Independence (1776)
- The Articles of Confederation (1777; ratified 1781)
- The U.S. Constitution (1787)
- The Bill of Rights (1791)
Use the documents together to trace how the United States moved from declaring independence to building a lasting system of government.