Discovering Lewis & Clark
Discovering Lewis & Clark: Historic Philadelphia
Take a look at historic Philadelphia in the 1800s. Read about places such as Academy of Natural Sciences, City Tavern, Elfreth's Alley, New Market, State House (Independence Hall), and St. Peter's Episcopal Church that were present at...
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Grades K 2
Here you can learn all about the U.S. Government! Find information on our nation, how our government works, your own neighborhood, and the main government symbols. Games and other activities are also included!
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Liberty Bell: 1753
Information within learning game on the history of the Liberty Bell for students of all ages.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Symbols of u.s. Government: The Liberty Bell (3 5)
Offers historical background information on our national symbol of freedom, the Liberty Bell, which still hangs in Philadelphia today and is rung each July 4th.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Symbols of u.s. Govt.: The Liberty Bell (K 2)
Did you ever wonder why a large bell, known as The Liberty Bell, is so important in U.S. history? Use this site to learn about this great symbol of our country.
Tennessee History For Kids
Tennessee History for Kids: Philadelphia
Why is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, important to Tennessee? Early Tennesseans honored both the people and the acts that made Philadelphia the center of freedom.
Read Works
Read Works: The Liberty Bell
[Free Registration/Login Required] Intended to support early elementary students' reading comprehension, Independence Hall's "Liberty Bell" is described in this informational text. Visual cues are provided to support the passage and...
Read Works
Read Works: A Tricky Move
[Free Registration/Login Required] This nonfiction passage explains the difficulty of moving the Liberty Bell. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies and establishes...
Read Works
Read Works: The United States Constitution
[Free Registration/Login Required] Intended for early elementary students, ReadWorks provides a brief history of The United States Constitution. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Independence Hall
Brief history of the "birthplace of the United States", with construction details, and a location map.
Digital History
Digital History: Philadelphia in 1787
A quick snapshot of what the city of Philadelphia was like in terms of population, wealth, and appearance at the beginning of the Constitutional Convention held there in 1787.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Education: Winning the Vote
Three lesson plans that take students through three different steps in our election process.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Statues and Memorials: Independence Hall
Provides images and a very brief description of Independence Hall located in Philadelphia, Pa., where many important historical documents were written.
Ducksters
Ducksters: American Revolution for Kids: The Continental Congress
Kids learn about The Continental Congress meetings; major events in the American Revolutionary War.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Symbols of u.s. Government: Independence Hall K 2
Presents a very brief history of Independence Hall located in Philadelphia, Pa.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Independence Hall
Artist's rendering of Independence Hall.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Independence Hall
Artist's rendering of Independence Hall.
Curated OER
Independence Hall (Front)
Provides images and a very brief description of Independence Hall located in Philadelphia, Pa., where many important historical documents were written.