Though imperfect, the U.S. Constitution was designed to move America “toward a more perfect union”. The U.S. has the longest continuous democracy in the world and other countries still base their constitutions on the U.S. Constitution. Why? Why America?

Perfect for the Social Studies Teacher or for those interested in American history, the Why America? Program is designed to help teachers convey and help students answer the questions – WHY?

Why the Constitution? Why the First Amendment? Why the Presidency? Why Congress?

Who did this? What does it mean? And how was it intended to all be used?

History is unfolding in front of students like never before and most, sadly, do not know enough about it to process the living lessons of their lifetime. Teachers who have the knowledge report they would prefer not to teach civics and history for fear of agitating students — or reprisals from constituents.

But some of us remember that one teacher who opened our minds and eyes to the power of history, and the brilliance of having knowledge. Conveying that knowledge and being able to access objective, credible sources of history is more difficult than ever during this unprecedented time.

Welcome to Why America?

Session 01: The First Amendment Today
Session 02: How To Educate A Citizen: The Power of Shared Knowledge To Unify A Nation
Session 03: Constituting America
Session 04: A Civics Roadmap For Frontline Educators
Session 05: Finding Hope In America’s Story
Session 06: Understanding Presidential Elections With A Special Not To Veterans!
Session 07: Teaching America’s Founding Narrative At Plymouth Rock
Session 08: A Revolutionary Christmas
Session 09: Presidential Inaugurations – I Do Solemnly Swear: The Transition of Power in our Republic
Session 10: Mount Rushmore Live! A Celebration of Presidents’ Day
Session 11: Women’s Vote at 100: Suffragists In Their Own Words