Educational audio for Children: The Declaration of Independence
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we've got to get. Hi, I'm Dan. Let's talk about the Declaration of Independence. You're gonna need a pen, any color you want and some colored pencils. You'll need three of them green, red and blue. And make sure they're sharpened. Not while you go eat years. I'll sharpen mine. All those air, nice and sharp. I love the Fourth of July, don't you? Parades And the fireworks are so much fun. Do you know why we celebrate the Fourth of July? Let me explain. Because it has everything to do with the document. Were studying the Declaration of Independence today. The United States of America consists of 50 states before the Declaration of Independence was written in 17 76. Remember that I'm gonna test you on that. Remember what year the declaration was written. 17. 76. Okay. Before 17 76 America consisted of 13 colonies which were subject to King George, the king of Great Britain. Now, one day, the king, acting like a bully, started making bad laws which hurt the colonists. Ouch! The colonists begged the king to be nice, but the king refused. The king was so mean that he sent armies to force the colonists to submit to his unjust laws. American families were in danger. So the colonists, fearing for the safety of their families, decided to unite together to protect each other. Now they did this in two ways. First, they declared their independence and writing. And you're holding that document right now. The Declaration of Independence. Second, they prepared themselves to fight a defensive war against the British army's. Now war is a bad thing, but the colonists believed that this was the only way they could save their families. The war lasted nine long years, and even though the American colonists had a small army and very little money, they defeated the most rich and powerful army on Earth. American families were safe crew. Now we call this war the American revolution. A revolution means a change in government. Remember that I'm gonna test you on that. A revolution means that change in government. After the war, Americans were no longer subject to the king. Americans have governed themselves ever since, and this is why we celebrate the Fourth of July. Now let's look at the Declaration of Independence, grab your pen and colored pencils and turn to page three, I'm gonna turn there with you. Now we will divide the Declaration of Independence into three parts to make it easy to remember. Everybody can remember three parts, right? And you're smart, so it's gonna be no problem for you now. The first part contains the 1st 2 paragraphs in these Americans shared with the world what they believed about government. Do you see the first words there on page three when in the course of human events you see those words, I want you to take your pen and write the number one next to those words on the left side of your declaration of Independence. I'll write it with you. Good job. Now look down at the second paragraph which starts with the words we hold these truths to be self evident. Let's color the words we hold in green. So grab your green colored pencil. You ready? I'm gonna color with you. Well, that's pretty. It looks like the grass on which American soldiers fought to defend their families. These 1st 2 paragraphs are very important because they tell us why the colonists did what they did. They believed that all people should have equal rights, the right toe life, the right to be free and the right to do the things that will make them happy. Now turn to Page four. It's the next page. You see the first sentence where it says he has refused his assent to laws. This sentence begins the second part of the Declaration of Independence. So grab your pen and write the number to next to that sentence. Good job. Now. Color the words he has right there in that first line in red. I'll do it with you, dice. You know, that's the same color as the blood shed by those who sacrificed their lives for their families. Are you grateful for your freedoms? Many people died so we could be free. They love their families that much. In this second part, Americans made a list of the crimes the King of England committed against them On pages 45 and six. You'll see those words we colored. He has many times. The king is done s and the king has done that hand that King George did a lot of bad things to the Americans. Now let's turn to Page six on the third paragraph down Do you see the line that begins with words in every stage? Well, that's where Part three begins. So right the number three right there. Now look for the words we have at the end of that line and color those words in blue. I'm gonna do it with you. That's such a pretty color. You know, Blue reminds us of our responsibility to love and make sacrifices for our family and friends, just like these Americans did for each other. Back in 17 76 in Part three, the Americans were acting in accord with their beliefs to make sure you and I are safe and happy. That's why they said, we have done this and we have done that. They were acting in accord with their beliefs. Now let's review what we've learned. The Declaration of Independence is divided up into three parts. Each part has two important words that help us remember what that part is all about. The special words are in part one. We hold in Part two, he has, and in part three, we have early Americans said we hold certain beliefs about freedom, and because King George violated those beliefs, we made a list, showing how he has violated them and has all believe requires action. We Americans, by saying we have, are demonstrating our faith by our actions. We hold he has and we have are the key words in this declaration. Oh, by the way, I'm gonna test you on that in just a minute. That's the Declaration of Independence. Three parts. It's like a baseball game. Three strikes and you're out. And King George struck out Americans. What a great team we have teams win together. Now that we've studied the Declaration of Independence, it's time to play our game show. First question. What year was the Declaration of Independence written? Say 17. 76 17 76. Yes, that's right. 17. 76. You got it. Good answer. Question number two. The American War for Independence is called the American Revolution. What is a revolution say? A change in government. A change in government? That's right. A change in government. Wow! Are you smart? Now It's time for the third and final question. This is a hard one, but I know that you get it can sure. Super smart. The Declaration of Independence is divided up into three parts Each part has two words that you can help remember them by. What are those words we hold? He has. And we have. You got it again. I'm just overwhelmed. You're like a genius. A plus. I want to show you one more thing before a lesson is over. Look at the last line of the Declaration of Independence. They said to support this document, we mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor. Try to remember those words. Talk about them in class and with your families. The Declaration of Independence was written by people who were willing to sacrifice everything for their friends and family. That's what love is all about. And that's what America is about. America was concede by faith and born in love and faith and love will keep us safe and stomp. Keep love alive because love always wins. Remember this lesson The next fourth of July? I'm Dan. Thanks for listening, Doctor. You next time be good