New Video – Rule of Law
Do you understand why the rule of law is important for maintaining free society? We created a short, engaging video for Bill of Rights Day on the constitutional principle of the rule of law. Exciting...
View ArticleJanuary 31, 1865 House Passes 13th Amendment
On January 31, 1865, the United States House of Representatives passed what would become the Thirteenth Amendment. The Senate passed the bill in April 1864. While President Abraham Lincoln had...
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Martin Luther King, Jr., An American Character
For Black History Month, A More Perfect Blog will feature profiles of influential and heroic African-American leaders from our curriculum, Being An American: Exploring the Ideals That Unite Us. Use...
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2011-2012 Being An American Essay Contest Winners Announced
The Bill of Rights Institute is pleased to announce the winners of our annual Being An American Essay Contest. This year we received over 6,300 submissions! The list of winners and honorable mentions...
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Professional Development in Your Backyard!
We have posted details about our 17 fall professional development programs – stop by today and register for one of our limited spots in Pittsburgh, PA; Midland, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Baton Rouge, LA;...
View ArticleWe LOVE our Teachers!
As staff members at the Bill of Rights Institute, we LOVE working with teachers just like you! We appreciate the sacrifice you make all year long and know your dedication to your students is making a...
View ArticleTeachers Make a Difference
We at the Bill of Rights Institute appreciate the work you do everyday to educate the next generation about our Founding principles and our history. We value the sacrifice you make and know your...
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Supreme Court Round Up!
As the Court winds down its 2011-2012 term, several key cases are still pending. Use the following resources and discussion questions to help your students analyze the issues and discuss how they...
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Countdown to the Constitution – Virginia Plan Debated
Philadelphia – The end of May saw the Convention responding to the Virginia delegation’s bold plan. The Virginians had proposed replacing the Articles of Confederation – a task far beyond what many...
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Spring 2013 Constitutional Workshops
Join us this Spring for a Constitutional Workshop We have posted details about our 8 spring constitutional workshops – stop by today and register for one of our limited spots in Miami, FL; Memphis,...
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