×
<< BACK TO THE TEACH HUB

Amendment Mini-Lesson

Lesson Plan

Looking for an easy and fun way to review individual rights protected in the U.S. Constitution? You have come to the right place! This mini-lesson highlights the Constitution’s amendments and new artwork from one of our fondest games, Do I Have a Right? It includes anticipation and closing activities and your choice of one or more engaging activity options! Teach your students about some of the most critical additions to our Constitution and how those additions guarantee their rights. 

*NEW* English Language Learner Resources
Check out our Amendment Guide en español—an excellent reference tool for native Spanish speakers and bilingual classrooms. Download the file below!

iCivics en español! Student and class materials for this lesson are available in Spanish.

Enjoyed this lesson? Explore more Constitution Day activities.

 

Pedagogy Tags

Teacher Resources

Get access to lesson plans, teacher guides, student handouts, and other teaching materials.

Amendment Mini-Lesson - Constitutional Amendments Lesson Plan 01 - Activity
Amendment Mini-Lesson - Constitutional Amendments Lesson Plan 02 - Activity
Amendment Mini-Lesson - Constitutional Amendments Lesson Plan 06 - Annotation Activity
Amendment Mini-Lesson - Constitutional Amendments Lesson Plan 01 - Activity - Spanish
Amendment Mini-Lesson - Constitutional Amendments Lesson Plan 02 - Activity - Spanish
Amendment Mini-Lesson - Constitutional Amendments Lesson Plan 06 - Annotation Activity - Spanish

Related Resources

  • Lesson Plan

    Accused? Know Your Rights

    From cutting in line to hurting someone’s feelings, everyone's been accused of something. But what happens when people are accused of breaking the law? In this lesson, students learn about the rights of the accused and why the Framers prioritized them in the Bill of Rights. Students analyze protections granted to the accused and consider how those protections have been expanded over time.
    View kami
  • DBQuest

    America's Founding Preambles

    Learn how the American idea of government evolved from a revolutionary response to monarchy to a union of states. The sources will illustrate the effort taken to reach “a more perfect union” through a close read of our founding documents. Students will dig into the preambles and introductory text of the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, and the United States Constitution. 
    View
  • Lesson Plan

    Anatomy of the Constitution

    This lesson gives an article-by-article overview of the structure and function of the U.S. Constitution. Students learn about the duties and powers of the three branches, the amendment process, and the role of the Constitution as the supreme law of the land.
    View kami
  • Partner Service

    AP® U.S. Government and Politics Course

    Created by a team of veteran AP Gov. teachers and content experts from iCivics and Study Edge, this online, on-demand course is designed to support teachers and students alike as they navigate the newly-designed AP course and exam. Our course includes over 100 videos and accompanying study guides that break down all of the essential content, making it more accessible for all learners. Start studying today by exploring the first three sections for free!
    View
  • Game

    Branches of Power

    Learn to control all three branches of the U.S. government!
    View
  • Lesson Plan

    Changing the Constitution (HS)

    Learn how the Constitution has changed over time and what methods created those changes. Analyze specific examples of change including amendments, Supreme Court decisions, and legislation.Got a 1:1 classroom? Download fillable PDF versions of this lesson's materials below!
    View kami
  • Lesson Plan

    Citizenship Clause

    The 14th Amendment defined natural born citizenship for the nation. Over a century later, the clause is still making news. This mini-lesson examines the 14th Amendment’s Citizenship Clause, explains why it was created, and introduces students to questions raised in political debate around birthright citizenship.How to use this lesson: Use this lesson by itself or pair it with more iCivics resources, like the Supreme Court cases Elk v. Wilkins (1884) or our lesson Citizenship: Just the Facts. For more suggestions, see the downloadable teacher resources below.
    View kami
  • Lesson Plan

    Civil Rights Act of 1964

    Meet the superhero legislation of civil rights. Students are introduced to eleven categories of civil rights protections with a focus on Title VII, which bans discrimination in the workplace. Students gain an understanding of how the Civil Rights Act affects people’s lives and apply civil rights protections to real-life scenarios.How to use this lesson: Use this lesson by itself or pair it with more iCivics resources, like the Supreme Court case EEOC v. Abercrombie & Fitch (2015) or lessons from our Civil Rights unit. For more suggestions, see the downloadable teacher resources below.
    View kami
  • Lesson Plan

    Comparing Constitutions (WA)

    How does Washington’s state constitution compare and contrast with the U.S. Constitution? Look no further for the answer! Guide your class through some basic similarities and differences as well as side-by-side text analysis with this lesson’s integrated reading/activity format.
    View kami
  • Lesson Plan

    Comparing Constitutions: Ohio (HS)

    Compare and contrast the U.S. and Ohio constitutions in this hands-on lesson using excerpts from both documents. Dig into how they structure the government, address individual rights, outline the amendment process and more.
    View kami

See how it all fits together!

View Scope and Sequence