Heroes & Courage
This is someone who shows courage and helps others, even when something is difficult or scary.
Hero
These are guidelines that tell people what they can and cannot do.
Rules
This word means being able to make choices and live without unfair control.
Freedom
The Constitution begins with these three famous words.
We the people
A person who takes part in and helps their community is called this.
Citizen
On September 11, 2001, these people ran toward danger to help others.
First Responders
A fair rule should apply to ________.
Everyone
The First Amendment protects people's freedom of speech and this other important freedom involving what they believe.
Freedom of Religion
This document is the plan for how the United States government works and establishes important rights and freedoms.
The U.S Constitution
Picking up litter in a park is an example of this kind of citizenship.
Community Service
Welles Crowther became known by this nickname because of the red bandana he wore while helping people during 9/11.
The Man in the Red Bandana
If a game had absolutely no rules, name ONE problem that could happen.
people might argue, cheat, get hurt, or not know how to play
True or False: Having freedom means you can do absolutely anything you want, even if it harms someone else.
False
The introduction to the Constitution that explains its purposes begins with these words: “We the ______.”
People
Writing a thank-you note to someone who helps your community is an example of this.
showing gratitude/appreciation
True or False: You have to be famous or wear a uniform to be a hero.
False
A rule that keeps people safe, treats people fairly, and has a good purpose is an example of this.
Fair Rule
The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called this.
Bill of Rights
This part of the Constitution explains some of the goals the new country wanted to achieve, including justice, peace, and liberty.
Preamble
Your class sees that an area of the school is always covered in litter. Instead of ignoring it, you decide to organize a cleanup. What quality of a good citizen are you showing?
Taking responsibility
Name TWO qualities that can make someone a hero.
courage, kindness, selflessness, helpfulness, bravery, compassion, or putting others before yourself
Why do communities need rules? Give TWO reasons.
to keep people safe, protect people's rights, create fairness, prevent problems, or help people live and work together
Explain why freedom and responsibility go together.
people can use their freedoms, but they also have a responsibility to respect the rights and safety of others
The Constitution was created in part because the new United States needed a better plan for how its new country would work. What important idea does this connect to from our classroom lessons?
people need a fair system of rules to live and work together
Your community has a problem. A good citizen doesn't just complain about it. What should they ask?
What can I do to help?