Summary
When it comes to building a nation, arguments can be a good thing! In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby revisit the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. Take a look behind the scenes, as the Framers hammered out the details of our founding document. Experience the disagreements between delegates as they debated issues like a strong central government, representation in Congress, and slavery. Explore the key compromises that saved the convention—and the newly-formed nation—from falling apart. And discover what makes the U.S. Constitution a living document that continues to change, even today!
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Constitutional Convention:
- What is one new thing you learned about constitutional convention?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining constitutional convention.
- Draw or give one example of your own.