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Preamble of the Constitution Primary Source

Worksheet titled "Preamble Primary Source Activity" with sections for quotes, vocabulary, and personal summaries.

Students read the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution as a primary source and unpack its key phrases, using it to understand consent of the governed: the idea that government's power comes from "We the People."

Activity at a glance

  • Grade level: 4th–5th grade (written for grades 3–5)
  • Printable PDF handout
  • Created by: Bill of Rights Institute
  • Cost: free

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