The Making of the US

Closeup of the US Constitution
Close-up of the U.S. Constitution showing the iconic opening words “We the People” and the start of Article I.

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This distance program is an on-line interactive themed program offering sensitively explained, age-appropriate lessons to help adults introduce:
Civics, American History and Martin Van Buren to Preschool and Kindergarten age children.

Building upon the "I Voted" program, children will learn how the United States of America was formed and the idea of citenzinship.

What to do:

Complete the follow activities, starting with #1:

1. The American Revolution

2. The United States Constitution

3. What Makes a Citizen?

Last updated: June 26, 2025

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