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Constitution Day Reading Comprehension – Passage, Questions, & Activities

Have you ever wondered how Constitution Day started? Would you believe that it originally had nothing to do with the Constitution? Students will learn these fun facts and more with this Constitution Day Reading Comprehension Bundle.

What is included with this Constitution Day Reading Comprehension Bundle?

This resource provides 6 fun, no-prep activities for your language arts or social studies class on or around Constitution Day. Included–

• 1 Passage with Reading Comprehension Questions: This one-and-a-half-page passage includes information about how Constitution Day was started, how the holiday has changed throughout the years, and how it is celebrated today. Six open-ended comprehension questions are included with the passage.
• 3 Worksheets: Worksheets include a vocabulary activity, word search, and cause and effect activity.
• 2 Foldable Activities

How can these Constitution Day Reading Comprehension activities be used?

These no-prep Constitution Day Reading Comprehension activities are a fun way to incorporate the holiday into your upper elementary classroom while still covering ELA standards. The worksheets and activities can be used as–

• Centers
• Small group instruction
• Homework
• Morning work
• Early finisher work

Are digital activities included?

The Constitution Day passage, questions, and worksheets are provided in both PDF and digital formats. When you purchase this product, you will receive a link to open the digital file in Google Slides.

What are other teachers saying about this resource?

“The Constitution Day resource provides a balanced mix of informational passages, comprehension questions, and interactive activities to help students understand the significance of September 17, 1787—the signing of the U.S. Constitution. With both digital and PDF formats included, it’s flexible for classroom or remote learning.” (Brittany M.)

Don’t miss out!

Your lesson plans for Constitution Day are already done with these Constitution Day Reading Comprehension activities! Students will enjoy celebrating this silly holiday while reviewing reading, writing, and vocabulary skills.

 

More Constitution Resources:

• Constitution Unit
• Constitution Task Cards
• Constitution Study Guide
• Constitution Jeopardy Game

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Other Information:

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