The Declaration justified the independence of the United States by listing 27 colonial grievances against King George III and by asserting certain natural and legal rights, including a right of revolution.
Constitution
Drafted in 1787, the United States Constitution has served as the foundation for our system of self-government. It’s a living document that is constantly being examined and interpreted. It is the supreme law of the United States. The source of all government powers and provides important limitations on the government that protect the fundamental rights of United States citizens.
“We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.”
Color in your 3 favorite states.
Color in the 4th of July – why is date important?
Color in the 13 yellow stars – why is the number 13 important in the story of our how our country was formed?
