Check out all the NIE content for Independence Day

It’s almost Independence Day, and with the pre- and post-July 4 holiday comes the search for patriotic content in the midst of staff and story shortages. Don’t forget to check out free content from the Newspapers In Education program that will provide timeless stories, inform readers and fill in those holes! These creative and informative pieces will keep your readers entertained and can be used to supplement local connections.

Staff favorite: Declaration of Independence
Provides a timeline of events leading up to the Declaration of Independence. America’s Continental Congress sent the Declaration of Independence to King George in England on July 4, 1776. The evergreen piece reminds Americans that 56 members signed the document knowing the king would see it as treason. The result was the beginning of the Revolutionary War. This piece includes a stamp that can be altered to recognize America’s 250th birthday.

Constitution Protects America
This timeless piece emphasizes that declaring America’s independence from England on July 4, 1776, was only the beginning. Learn more about America’s Constitution and how 93 of its authors created this new form of government in just 100 days.

Constitution 2013
Did you know the United States Constitution wasn’t fully ratified by all 13 states until 1790? As America prepares to celebrate Independence Day on July 4, learn where the Constitution is housed today.

These are just a few examples of what’s available! Explore more at https://mopress.jumbl.app/store. Need help? Contact NIE Coordinator Roxie Murphy at rmurphy@mopress.com.