Focusing on how the Constitution is a unique in the History of the World document would be refreshing. If we don't do that, kids can grow up thinking there's no difference between our country and anywhere else. I think retired vets will go into schools when requested, hand out copies of the Constitution and give an hour long lesson. You should look into that for your classes.

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And there is seriously only ONE chapter on the Founding Fathers?? That's astounding to me. But then again, my daughter hasn't learned much about it at her school, either. We teach both of our kids these things at home, though.

History includes the Founding Fathers, but it is just one chapter.

It wasn't always. Until a couple of years ago in Florida, we did geography (N. America, S. America, and Europe) instead of civics. 8th grade did get history.

are you saying learning about the Constitution is not part of your middle school social studies? that's how it is categorized in the middle grades in my kids' district. History and civics in high school.

Yes, I think civics and history needs to be taught so that the Constitution is upheld and not slammed as some politicians are now doing.

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Great! I always admire educators - you've got an important job (shaping young minds and all). I hope you're enjoying your time in the Gulch.

Civics and history for middle school.

Hello Terry - welcome to the Gulch. What subject do you teach?