Constitution Day Activities and Lesson Plans for K-12 Classrooms
Constitution Day is celebrated on September 17, marking the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. Help students explore the Constitution, understand their rights and responsibilities, and see how this founding document continues to shape American democracy today.
Explore this collection of Constitution Day activities, lesson plans and classroom resources for K-12 students. Find ready-to-use lessons, games, activities and discussion prompts designed to make the U.S. Constitution and civic education engaging and relevant for students from elementary through high school.
What You’ll Find
- U.S. Constitution lessons: Introduce students to the Constitution’s purpose, structure, articles and amendments with accessible, grade-appropriate resources.
- Bill of Rights activities: Help students explore constitutional rights and freedoms and connect the Bill of Rights to real-world situations.
- Constitution Day activities: Bring civics to life with interactive games, classroom discussions and hands-on learning experiences.
- Civic engagement resources: Encourage students to examine citizenship, civic participation and the ways people can make their voices heard in their schools and communities.
- Equity and inclusion resources: Explore the experiences of historically marginalized communities and examine the ongoing pursuit of equal rights and equal protection under the law.
Whether you’re planning a Constitution Day lesson for September 17, teaching a broader unit on the U.S. Constitution or looking for engaging civics activities throughout the school year, these K-12 resources can help students understand their rights, responsibilities and role in American democracy.
Explore the collection to find Constitution Day lesson plans and activities for your grade level and help students connect the Constitution to their lives, communities and future as engaged citizens.
