The Making of the American Constitution


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This short video shows you how a meeting intended to revise the Articles of Confederation instead led to the formation of a new Constitution for the United States. Discover how a handful of Founding Fathers--working in sweltering heat and shrouded in secrecy--changed the course of history in Philadelphia in 1787.

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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Students
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Speakers/Headphones
Instructional Time: 5 Minute(s)
Keywords: U.S. government, U.S. Constitution, Articles of Confederation, Constitution, Constitutional Convention
Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial,  Video/Audio/Animation, 
Resource Collection: Social Studies - Civics - Grades 6-8 Existing Student Tutorials

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