September 17 marks Constitution Day, a time to honor the document that shaped our nation. While the Constitution can be a challenging topic for young learners, the right mix of stories, hands-on activities, and engaging visuals can help bring this important part of American history to life in ways that are meaningful and age-appropriate.
Whether your goal is to introduce the Preamble, explore national symbols, or simply give students a taste of our nation’s history, my Constitution-themed resources provide fun, interactive ways for children to read, write, draw, and explore history.
Featured Constitution Resources include:
Constitution Day Fact Booklet
An accessible, black-and-white informational booklet that breaks down Constitution basics into short, simple sentences. Includes:
Note-taking worksheet
Research form
Craft activities (including a glued drawing of Jefferson’s head). Perfect for pre-K, kindergarten, and struggling first graders to use during whole-class, small group, or independent work.
The Constitution – A How to Draw Directed Drawing Activity
Step-by-step drawing guides for iconic symbols of American history such as Ben Franklin, the Bill of Rights, USA Flag, Capitol Building, Liberty Bell, and White House. Includes three levels of writing prompts for different abilities. Combines fine motor skill building with historical understanding.
Write the Room – Constitution Day Theme
Get kids moving while they learn! Features 20 colorful Constitution-themed vocabulary cards, recording sheets, ABC order activity, sentence sorting, and story writing practice. Ideal for literacy centers, early finishers, and Social Studies time.
We the Kids – A Storybook Companion
Uses David Catrow’s book We the Kids to make the Preamble relatable and understandable. Breaks it down line-by-line, includes:
Printable student book to illustrate
Key word definitions
Task cards
Sentence sorting activities. A perfect pairing of literature and social studies.
5 Fun Books About the Constitution for Young Children
"We the Kids" by David Catrow – A colorful, humorous take on the Preamble that makes it accessible for kids.
"A More Perfect Union: The Story of Our Constitution" by Betsy Maestro – A kid-friendly history of how the Constitution came to be.
"If You Were There When They Signed the Constitution" by Elizabeth Levy – An engaging “you are there” style look at the signing.
"Shh! We’re Writing the Constitution" by Jean Fritz – Fun facts and storytelling bring the Constitutional Convention to life.
"The U.S. Constitution" by Christine Taylor-Butler – A simple, factual introduction for early learners.
5 Constitution-Themed Activities for the Classroom:
Preamble Puzzle – Write each line of the Preamble on separate puzzle pieces. Students assemble the puzzle and match each part to its meaning.
National Symbol Scavenger Hunt – Hide images of the Liberty Bell, White House, and other symbols around the room. Students find and record them on a worksheet.
Classroom Bill of Rights – Work as a group to write and illustrate a classroom “Bill of Rights” that reflects fairness, kindness, and respect.
Constitution Craftivity – Have students create a mini scroll with the words “We the People” on top and draw their own vision of America.
Constitution Role Play – In small groups, act out a scene of the Constitutional Convention with students playing different historical figures.
Constitution Day doesn’t have to be dry or abstract—by pairing kid-friendly literature, hands-on activities, and your Constitution-themed resources, you can help even the youngest learners connect with America’s founding principles. Your students will walk away not only knowing what the Constitution is, but also why it matters.
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