The US celebrates her independence this week. So it’s a perfect time to review some of the historical documents associated with the birth of our great nation. To that end, I created some free patriotic printables to use in my own classroom and wanted to share them with my blog readers, as well.
First, we have the opening paragraphs of the Declaration of Independence: [click image to print]
Additionally, since so many people seem to have a hard time remembering them, I’ve also included the Bill of Rights:
And, just in case you missed this one the last time I published it, here’s the Preamble to the Constitution:
Our founding fathers put a lot of thought and prayer into these documents, carefully weighing each word, attempting to envision the far-reaching implications of every statement.
Our nation would do well to follow their example.
More Resources for Patriots,
- Free Printables for the 4th of July – a collection of coloring pages based on patriotic quotes from Daniel Webster, John F. Kennedy, and more
- National Anthem Printables – printable versions of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and the Pledge of Allegiance
- Armed Forces Day Printables – coloring pages featuring the military anthems for all branches of the military: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard
- Praying for Your Country – a printable prayer guide for the US, with a customizable version for citizens of other nations
Want something more durable than loose-leaf copies? You’ll find all these designs and more — 218 pages worth! — in God Bless America, my new devotional journal for folks who love this country like I do.
I’ve ordered copies of this one to supplement our American history homeschool studies this fall. The short journaling prompts make a good addition to our creative writing program, and the coloring pages keep their hands busy during our read aloud times.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
A grandmother (who is very disappointed in our “Educational System” for not teaching this history to our children).
You’re welcome, Nancy. I’m disappointed, too. Not only are many schools not teaching real history, they are actively rewriting it and promoting failed philosophies (like Communism/ Marxism) while denigrating the most successful (our own Constitutional Republic).
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Best Regards
Jeff
Thanks so much for those kind words, Jeff. Hope you have a happy Constitution Day this week!
Blessings,
Jennifer
wow! these are great worksheets and resources! Thank you! –Homeschooling Mom in Texas
You’re so welcome, Paula. I’m happy you like them!
Thank you so very much
Is it okay to use your Preamble Photo to place on a post card to send to our State Senators and Representatives when we have our post card writing parties? Eveej. in Illinois
May 27, 2017
Absolutely. I’d be thrilled for you to use it that way. The painting is in the public domain, anyway; I just added the border to make it pretty.
These are beautiful! THANK YOU. I am teaching grandkids about the U.S. Constitution. These are perfect!
Thank YOU, Lori, for teaching your grandkids such an important part of American history. I’m glad we could help!
Thank you very much!
You’re very welcome, Michelle!