Students create art works based on an examination of the language of the Constitution and the personal connections they make. These art works will incorporate words, illustrations, and mixed media images.
Political Posters
In this activity, students learn the basics of political campaigns and design their own political poster.
A Symbol of Welcome
The Statue of Liberty has stood as a symbol of welcome since 1886. Known as “Lady Liberty,” she was designed to honor the end of slavery in the United States. Today, she welcomes all people as new neighbors and friends.
A Seat at the Table Civic Art Project
This lesson plan is designed to help you facilitate the design and creation of your class’s chairs—your “seats at the table” of representative democracy.
Voting Rights in America Timeline
This timeline explores when different groups of Americans gained the right to vote.
Women’s Fight for Suffrage
Learn about women’s fight for the right to vote in the United States including major leaders and strategies of the women’s suffrage movement.
Symbols of the Senate: Friezes
Explore the idea of allegories and symbols in art. Then create your own allegorical image.
In the Senate Chamber: Candy Desk
Learn about the Candy Desk inside of the Senate Chamber. Then, use the worksheet for a math and research activity to stock the candy desk with your favorite candy.
Senator in Training: Senate Committees
Learn about some of the Senate’s different committees and create an agenda for a committee.
Senator in Training: Compromise
Learn about the importance of compromise in the Senate. Complete the worksheet to make a compromise for a contemporary Senate issue and then work on creating one for something in your life.