The Declaration of Independence, submitted to the Continental Congress on June 28, 1776, approved on July 2 and declared on July 4, is the document in which the 13 American colonies formally stated their independence from Great Britain and set forth the ideas upon which the U.S. government would be based.

The John Locke Color By Number Reading Comprehension is a great way to introduce or review this time period in history. They will learn about the Enlightenment, social contract, empiricism, liberalism, natural rights, the Declaration of Independence, individual rights, and more! This activity is great as a stand-alone lesson, but I have had a lot of success using this for early finishers as well or for sub plans. What’s Included 1 reading passage 1 set of 12 text-based questions about the passage. 1 coloring page 1 answer key 2 extension activities Overview First, students will read the passage and circle their answers on the corresponding recording sheet. Next, they will color the image based on their answer. Lastly, they will re-read the passage to find evidence in the text and underline it using the same corresponding color. Teacher Prep: PRINT AND GO! NO PREP NEEDED. This is meant to be done seated with partners or small group. Copy pages for every student. In order to save paper, I usually print two pages to one side of paper. Students will need color pencils or markers to complete the image.

Are you looking for an easy and fun way to integrate social studies into your reading curriculum? This pack of reading comprehension passages is a perfect choice! These reading comprehension passages cover the Declaration of Independence. Each passage includes 2-3 questions to go along with the reading! Your students will read a nonfiction passage about the Declaration of Independence. Then, they will answer 2-3 questions based on the passage. The text is intended for K-2nd graders and can be read together as a class, in small groups, or independently! The best part? This resource is no prep! Just print & go! Topics Included: The Declaration of Independence American Revolution 1776 King George III 13 Colonies Soldiers Cannon Announcing the Declaration of Independence 4th of July Thomas Jefferson John Hancock Liberty Bell There are so many ways to use this resource! Here are just a few: Centers Small-Group Instruction Bell Ringers Early Finishers Homeworks ___________________________________ TEACHERS LIKE YOU SAID… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I have used this with my Life Skills students while teaching Civics. It has allowed me to teach the students to highlight important information as we read. It is great reinforcement or homeowork. Thanks. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My students found the material interesting, and the questions were easy to answer. Little prep was needed; print and go. Overall a great resource. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Love when I can find social studies products that are made easy enough for my kids to understand the concept. I print 2 to a page so we can insert into our interactive notebooks and revisit. This Declaration of Independence reading comprehension resource is engaging and interactive! Grab your copy today!

Help your child learn more about her American heritage with these coloring pages that are chock-full of history featuring the Declaration of Independence.

Since the US is celebrating her indepedence this week, it's the perfect time to share my newest free patriotic printables, including Bill of Rights.

This no prep reading activity includes a reading passage, 3 graphic organizers, a vocabulary matching activity, multiple choice questions, and short answer writing prompts. Your students will learn about the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, and Bill of Rights. If you want to integrate social studies into your ELA curriculum, this is perfect because it's academically aligned for both subject areas. You can even leave it for sub plans or homework packets! TEKS standard: (7) Government. The student understands the basic structure and functions of various levels of government. The student is expected to: (A) identify the purposes of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, including the Bill of Rights. Resource Includes:  Reading passage leveled for 3rd grade Graphic Organizers Vocabulary Matching Activity Multiple Choice Activity Short Answer Writing Prompts Answer Keys Don't forget to leave feedback! Every time you leave feedback, you earn credits for another TPT resource. FOLLOW ME on TpT so you can receive notifications of my brand-new resources! You don't want to miss out! You may also be interested in: ⭐ TEKS 3.6A Economics: Supply and Demand ⭐ TEKS 3.5AB Economics: Create a Personal Budget ©️ Miller Education Company

This is a fun and engaging way to compare Common Sense and The Declaration of Independence! Students will read a statement and decide if it is a fact about Common Sense or The Declaration of Independence, then glue the box in the correct column. An answer key is included.

The Declaration of Independence Reading Packet facilitates learning key details about this important historical document. Students dive into an informative passage detailing the inception of the Declaration, including the contributing authors and the editing process. They explore critical vocabulary terms in context, then demonstrate comprehension through multiple-choice questions and graphic organizers. Two digital versions adapt the materials for distance learning. This resource easily integrates into grade 4 social studies or reading lessons in whole group, small group, or independent practice settings. Assessment answer keys help educators track students' understanding of the people, events, and ideas leading to the Declaration of Independence. Declaration of Independence Reading Packet + Distance Learning

Braxton County, Virginia, now West Virginia, was created in 1836 from parts of Lewis, Kanawha and Nicholas Counties and is located in the center of the state. It was named in honor of Carter Braxton, a Virginia statesman and signer of the Declaration of Independence. This 1840 census list the heads of household only with the numbers of sex and gender of the others in that household. Also given is the occupation, personal information such as blind, deaf, etc. as well as the name and age of those receiving a pension from the military. Schools and academies are given with the number of scholars and also the number of those at public charge. The original was given in a somewhat alphabetical listing for ease of reading. James L. Douthat 2003, 8.5" x 11", paper, 10 pp. ISBN: 9780788479090 101E-WV0059

NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER Following Thomas Jefferson from the drafting of the Declaration of Independence to his retirement in Monticello, Joseph J. Ellis unravels the contradictions of the Jeffersonian character.  He gives us the slaveholding libertarian who was capable of decrying mescegenation while maintaing an intimate relationship with his slave, Sally Hemmings the enemy of government power who exercisdd it audaciously as president the visionarty who remained curiously blind to the inconsistencies in his nature.  American Sphinx is a marvel of scholarship, a delight to read, and an essential gloss on the Jeffersonian legacy.

Breaking Down the Declaration of Independence Reading and Activities Students will read about the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This includes the First and Second Continental Congress and the colonial reaction to the Intolerable Acts. The article also focuses on the background, structure, and preamble of the Declaration of Independence and is the main focus in the activities provided. ANSWER KEY NOW INCLUDED! ANSWER KEY NOW INCLUDED! -ABCivics! If you like this or are looking for something else within this unit, take a look at the rest of my products here in this bundle: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/The-American-Colonies-Unit-BUNDLE-ABCivics-11566067 Interested in even more? Check out the ABCivics! full curriculum bundles! Physical copies https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Complete-Civics-Curriculum-BUNDLE-Full-Year-of-Civics-from-ABCivics-11595045 Physical copies AND Digital (fillable google slides) https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Full-Civics-Curriculum-with-Fillable-Digital-Binder-in-Google-Slides-ABCivics-11702520

Your students will learn about the Declaration of Independence while also practicing several strategies to build reading comprehension. This set of NO PREP paired passages includes one nonfiction text and one poem. This packet would be a great supplement to review concepts about the Declaration of Independence, the Revolutionary War, and the Continental Congress. With eight different close reading and text dependent activities, this engaging reading packet has enough activities for an entire week! These standards-based activities can be used as independent practice, small group instruction, and even homework! Your Purchase Will Include: - 1 nonfiction passage - 1 poem - 10 multiple choice comprehension questions - Full page anchor chart for reading paired passages - Mini anchor charts for reading paired passages - Compare and contrast organizer and short answer question - Main idea cut and sort - Written response task for each passage - Cause and effect task - Vocabulary organizer - 3 Writing Prompts for Narrative, Persuasive, and Informational Writing - Pacing Guide - Keys Take a peek at the preview for a better picture of what is included! ⭐️ You May Also Like These Resources: ⭐ The Boston Tea Party Reading Comprehension The American Revolution Reading Comprehension The Constitutional Convention Reading Comprehension Earn TPT Credits for Your Future Purchases: - Go to your “My Purchases” page and click “Provide Feedback.” To Be the First to Know About New Products and Freebies: - Click the star to follow me!

The “Declaration of Independence: Break-Up Letter” Activity is a unique take on the old and possibly boring classroom lecture on the Declaration of Independence. Introduce the Activity by reading the “Break-Up Letter” example - set up the letter as an actual letter between two people. After the setup, have students read through a simplified version of the Declaration (included) and select grievances that interest them – Personally, I use a think-pair-share method. Once the Declaration is read and discussed, students move on to the “It’s not YOU, It’s ME!” Graphic Organizer. Designed to be light-hearted and fun, students are encouraged to select two of the grievances discussed in the Declaration and produce a modern-day break-up letter. Students are encouraged to be goofy and collaborate with their classmates as they work to complete the activity. Included in the purchase are:  “Declaration “Break-Up Letter” - Printable Copy - preformatted for print-and-go “Declaration of Independence (simplified)” - Printable Copy - preformatted for print-and-go “It’s NOT me, it’s YOU!” - Graphic Organizer - Digital and Printable Copy - Google Classroom friendly “It’s NOT me, it’s YOU!” - Assignment Submission - Digital and Printable Copy - Google Classroom friendly *Designed in Google Slides. Can be easily edited and converted to a .pdf

"We just gloss over the Declaration of Independence at our school. The words are just too hard for my 5th graders to understand." I'm sure you can imagine the look on my face. It was a