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The Interactive Constitution
Discipline
Social Studies
Grade
5
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Professional Commentary
The Interactive Constitution is provided by the National Constitution Center. This interactive website provides the reader with the actual text of the constitution and a detailed explanation of the document. The explanations are taken from the book entitled, The Words We Live By written by Linda Monk. The actual wording from the constitution can be highlighted and in the explanation textbox the reader can read the explanation of the phrases. The Interactive Constitution is easy to navigate using the navigation bar at the top the web page. This website will provide teachers with additional knowledge about the constitution or will allow students to explore constitutional articles and amendments. Whoever utilizes this website will have a deeper understanding of the document and be able to explain the significance of the U.S. Constitution.

Social Studies Standards (2001)
Government
Grade Level Indicators (Grade 5)
3.
Explain the significance of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.