Civics
for All of US

The American Story: Expanding Freedom

Grades K-2
40 mins
Virtual
10 to 45 students
Civics
During this interactive program, students will learn about the values and principles included in the Declaration of Independence and will examine how groups of people have worked together throughout American history to ensure these fundamental concepts include everyone. This program highlights records on display in The American Story exhibit at the National Archives Museum in Washington, DC.

Civics for All of US virtual programs are available for groups of 10 to 45 students free of charge. 

Each program will be led by a National Archives educator. The requesting educator or another educator from your institution must be present during the student distance learning program to observe the session and support classroom management.

Check out the teacher guide for pre- and post- program activities. Students must complete the pre-program activity before attending the virtual session.

Email civics@nara.gov with questions or to request your program today!
Women Marching in Suffrage Parade in Washington, DC
In the second decade of the 20th century, suffragists began staging large and dramatic parades to draw attention to their cause. One of the most consequential demonstrations was a march held in Washington, DC, on March 3, 1913. View in the National Archives Catalog.