The Constitution for Kids

Episode 2

Preamble to the US Constitution

In a simple and fun way, this video introduces children to the concept of a constitution and then talks about the Preamble to the United States Constitution.

Episode 3

Who Makes the Rules

This video introduces children to the concept of Articles & Amendments in the US Constitution. It also explains how laws are made.

Episode 4

Article 1 - Legislative Branch

In this video children will learn about Article 1 of the United States Constitution. This is the Legislative Branch of Government where laws are made that all citizens must obey.

Episode 5

Article 2 - Executive Branch

In this video children will learn about Article 2 of the United States Constitution which is the Executive Branch of the National Government. Article 2 in the US Constitution explains the duties and responsibilities of the President.

Episode 6

Article 3 - Judicial Branch

In this video children will learn about Article 3 of the United States Constitution which is the Judicial Branch of the National Government. Article 3 in the US Constitution explains the duties and responsibilities of the Supreme Court.

Episode 7

Articles 4, 5, 6, & 7

In this video kids will learn about the relationships between the states, the amendment process, the oath of office, and the year that the Constitution was signed. They will also get to sign their own copy of the Constitution.

Episode 8

Bill of Rights - Amendments 1-10

In this video children will learn about the first 10 Amendments to the United States Constitution. Amendments 1-10 in the US Constitution are commonly known as the Bill of Rights.

Episode 9

Amendments 11-27

In this video the kids will become familiar with the dates that each amendment was ratified. The concept of an amendment will be reinforced.

Episode 10

Summary

This lesson summarizes the concepts learned throughout these lessons. It emphasizes that the Constitution can be changed through an amendment process.