Documents
Declaration of Independence
Constitution
Bill of Rights
Amendments
Framers
(Founding Father, Forefather, Framers, Founders )
Benjamin Franklin,
George Washington,
Thomas Jefferson,
James Madison,
John Adams,
Alexander Hamilton,
Samuel Adams,
Patrick Henry,
John Hancock,
Thomas Paine,
Roger Sherman,
John Jay,
James Wilson
Famous Historical Speeches
Gettysburg Address
I have a Dream Speech
That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind
National Heroes/Heroines
George Washington
Nathan Hale
MLK
Wesley Autrey
Traits of Character (Private Traits of Character)
Caring
Sharing
Self-Discipline
Respecting
Be fair
Be honest
Be responsible
Trait of Character (Public Traits of Character)
Obeying rules and laws
Getting along
Compromising
Protecting environment
Compassion
Civic-mindedness
Patriotism
Being loyal to the values and principles of democracy
Loving the country
Rights of Citizens (Personal rights)
To be educated
Practice the religion of one's choice
Marry and divorce freely
Travel freely
Migrate and emigrate freely
Rights of Citizens (Political rights)
Vote
Speak freely and criticize the government
Join organizations that try to influence government policies
Join political parties
Seek and hold public office
Rights of Citizens (Economic rights)
Owe property
Choose jobs
Change employment
Establish business
Responsibilities of Citizens (Personal responsibilities)
Take care of oneself
Support the family
Accept consequences for actions
Get educated
Be responsible for children's education
Responsibilities of Citizens (Public/Civics Responsibilities)
Obey the law
Respect for the rights of others
Be informed and attentive to the needs of the community & the country
Care about public affairs
Vote
Pay taxes
Serve in the jury
Serve in the armed forces
Participatory Citizenship
Every citizen matters
Make your voice heard
Vote for candidates
Run for offices
Patriotism Education
National Anthem
Pledge of Allegiance
Commemorating day ceremonies
Political Symbols
U.S. State Flags
The Great Seal of the United States
State Seals
Bold Eagle
Statue of Liberty
Liberty Bell
Freedom Bell
Washington Monument
Lincoln
Memorial
Donkey and Elephant
Uncle Sam
Political Holidays
Independence Day
Constitutional Day
Memorial Day
President Day
Veteran Day
Labor Day
MLK Day
Flag Day
Issues of Civic Values
Environmental Protection
Global Warming
Green Energy
Cloning Research
Creation vs. Evolution
Legalization on Marijuana
Immigration
Racial Profiling
Minimum Wages
Job Outsourcing
Flag Burning
Religious Tolerance
Death Penalty
Gay Marriage
Civil Unions
Gun Control
Pro-Life vs. Pro-choice
School Voucher
Prayer in School
Bilingual Education
Health Care Privatization
Affirmative Action
