On September 17, 1787, thirty-nine men met for the last time and signed the US Constitution.  Constitution Day commemorates this event and celebrates the birthday of the US Government.

Below are some resources you can use with students to commemorate this special day in our history.

Constitution Day – Celebrate the Ratification of the US Constitution

Center for Civic Education – Free Lesson Plans

National Constitution Center

Constitution Facts

National Archives:  Teacher Resources – Observing Constitution Day

Youth Leadership Initiative