Revolutionary War (1775–1783) Archives | America's Founding Era Education Forum (AFEEF)

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November 4, 2026

The Constitution

The full text of the U.S. Constitution (1787), the framework of American government. Use it alongside the Preamble activity and the Development of the Constitution lesson.

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November 4, 2026

Declaration of Independence

The full text of the Declaration of Independence (1776), in which the Continental Congress explained why the colonies were breaking from Great Britain and declared that all people have...

Graphic featuring a U.S. flag, the Constitution, and text about the development of the Constitution.

kinetikseo
November 4, 2026

Development of the Constitution Video

A short video companion to the Development of the Constitution lesson, showing how founders such as James Madison, Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington came together to write the Constitution.

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November 4, 2026

Course of the American Revolution Video

A short video companion to the Course of the American Revolution lesson, highlighting Paul Revere's ride and the resolve of the colonists during the battles of the Revolution.

Illustration highlighting the causes of the American Revolution, featuring historical figures and text on a colorful background.

kinetikseo
November 4, 2026

Causes of the American Revolution Video

A short video companion to the Causes of the American Revolution lesson that walks students through the key events and ideas that set the colonies on the road to...

Text promoting a "Road Trip" event focused on the Declaration and Constitution for Constitution Day 2026.

kinetikseo
November 4, 2026

Road Trip: From the Declaration to the Constitution

In this animated episode, a group of friends plan a summer road trip to celebrate America's birthday, stopping at six places that tell the story from the Declaration of...

BRI Jr. 3-5 social studies drawing depicting George Washington crossing the Delaware

kinetikseo
November 4, 2026

Course of the American Revolution (Lesson Plan)

Students follow the American Revolution from Paul Revere's ride and the first battles through the long fight for independence, looking closely at the courage it took for ordinary colonists...

Illustration of historical figures in front of a document titled "In Congress, July 4, 1776."

kinetikseo
November 4, 2026

Causes of the American Revolution (Lesson Plan)

Why did colonists who considered themselves British decide to break away? Students trace colonial frustrations with British rule and connect them to the ideas of natural rights and justice...

BRI Jr. is an elementary social studies and civics resources for Grade K-5

kinetikseo
November 4, 2026

Bill of Rights Institute Elementary Curriculum

The Bill of Rights Institute's free elementary curriculum gives upper-elementary teachers a ready-made sequence of lessons, videos, and activities on American history and civics. Each lesson pairs a key...