Independence Day: Vision
Declaration of Independence -- our founders' vision and yours
The reading we offer for your July 4th celebrationt akes two minutes before your family barbeque, neighborhood picnic or community fireworks display. You may be surprised at how moved you are by the sidebar commentaries and the chance to read partsof the Declaration of Independence out loud together! The beautiful language connects us to our history and helps us to remember what we are celebrating. Our children learn how important these words are when we take the time to recite them.
Try some of the of the songs we've provided or choose your own. Our regional folk, spiritual and more contemporary songs come from the 1700's to the 20th century. Many children don’t have the opportunity to learn these songs in school any longer. They will enjoy singing along with you.
Please explore what life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness mean to you and your gathering using our conversation starters developedwith our Raising Citizens partner, the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM). An easy crafts project created by CMOM helpsyou to make your own American Dream Quilt keep sake.
Enjoy a meaningful, memorable and safe Independence Day. Please visit us again for Labor Day!
- July 4th Reading
- Songs
- Celebrating Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness (developed with our CMOM Raising Citizens partner)
- American Dream Quilt
We'd love to hear from you if you have any ideas you would like to share please contact us.
