Lesson: Independence Day

Published on June 19, 2026

Independence Day

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📝 Overview

In this 90-minute lesson, students learn about the founding of the United States and celebration of Independence Day. Students explore how communities come together under shared principles and represent their personal contributions to their community with a class quilt.

🎯 Student Goals

As a result of this lesson, students will be able to:
  • practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills
  • learn about Independence Day history, celebration, and traditions in the United States
  • make connections between Independence Day and their own culture or community
  • strengthen collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking skills
Two photos. Top: Declaration of Independence written on parchement. Bottom: LIghtshow spelling 250 on the Washington Monument.

📖 Key Vocabulary

Below, you can find key vocabulary related to Independence Day. You will find a glossary of definitions on page 4 of the downloadable lesson plan.
  • anthem
  • colonists
  • declaration
  • fireworks
  • govern
  • independent
  • motto
  • patriotic
  • principles
  • represent
                            The Liberty Bell, a bronze cracked bell from the 1700s, is displayed in a museum in front of Independence Hall in Philadelphia.
 
 
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