Constitution Day Learning Pack

Format: Digital download (PDF)
Length: ~27 pages (varies slightly with printer settings)
Ages: K–8
Time to use: 15–30 minutes per day for 3–5 days (or one richer morning)

Pass On the Story of Our Liberty

Constitution Day isn’t just a date — it’s a chance to pass on the story of our liberty as American citizens. This Learning Pack makes it easy with a living story, picture study, copywork from the Preamble, classic poems, and a simple activity page. No heavy prep, no worksheets — just a rich, memorable lesson you can enjoy together.

Most Constitution Day materials are written for classrooms—full of worksheets, objectives, and activities designed for groups of 30 students. This Learning Pack is different. It was created for homeschool families, using Charlotte Mason’s gentle methods: living stories, picture study, copywork, and narration. Instead of worksheets, you’ll find beauty, story, and delight — a way to mark September 17 in 15–20 minutes that will leave a lasting impression on your children.

Why Families Love It

• CM-aligned & open-and-go: narration, picture study, copywork, poetry—done for you.
• Age-flexible: gentle for younger children, substantial for older ones.
• Meaningful, not fussy: short lessons that still feel like a celebration.
• Rooted in primary sources: Preamble facsimile, quotes, and the Oath of Citizenship.

What’s Inside

• Suggestions for Parents – how to use the guide in short, joyful lessons
• What is the Constitution? – a child-friendly answer
• The Story of the Constitution – living read-aloud (adapted from public-domain sources)
• Narration Prompts – open-ended questions that spark attention and recall
• Preamble – easy explanation + copywork focus
• Facsimile Preamble Page – iconic “We the People” image
• Picture Study: The Signing of the Constitution – with “About the Painting” and "About the Artist"
• Who’s Who at the Signing – delegate key + activity prompts
• Poetry – “America for Me” (Van Dyke) and “The Flag on the Farm” (Guest)
• Short Reading from Stories of Great Americans – on Washington’s role
• Quotes for Copywork & Dictation – curated, age-appropriate selections
• The Oath of Citizenship – read & discuss section
• Copywork Pages – large-lined (younger) and standard (older)
• Constitution Day Activity Page – printable worksheet to engage with the painting