Celebrating Independence

Fireworks and Independence
Social Studies/Art Have students draw their own fireworks art in celebration of the Fourth of July. Compare our Fourth of July to Independence Day in other countries. Have students write an essay about what freedom means to them.

Make Your Own Fireworks Show!
Students can make their own online fireworks with this site.

4th of July Art Project
Using this lesson students can make a simulated fireworks display.

Independence Day is more than a chance for family and friends throughout the country to gather for barbecues and fireworks displays, it is an annual celebration to commemorate the courage and faith of our founding fathers in their pursuit of liberty. Using this site students can read about the history of Independence Day, see a Fourth of July Video Gallery, and map early America.

Independence Hall: International Symbol of Freedom
Student will learn about Independence Hall and how the international influence of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution led to the designation of that building as a World Heritage Site.

The Fourth of July: A Day to Remember
Polls reveal that Americans know surprisingly little about their country's history. Here Education World remembers – and celebrates America's struggle for independence with 13 patriotic activities, one for each of the original colonies!