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Happy 233rd Birthday to the United States Constitution

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On September 17, 1787, the United States Constitution was signed. Though it took until 1789 to be fully ratified, we celebrate Constitution Day on September 17. It is hard to believe that this document is turning 233 this year! The Constitution is a living document that gives us all our rights and liberties. All people of the United States should be familiar with this historic document and its implications on life today. 

In 1955 the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) proposed Constitution Week, which runs from September 17-23, as a way of acknowledging this great document and its impact on the American foundation. 

Want to know more about the United States Constitution? Check out these helpful websites!  

National Archives-The Constitution

School House Rock Video

DAR Constitution Week

 

Fiction Titles at STPL
The Patriot Threat by Steve Barry

The Forgotten Soldier by Brad Taylor


Non-Fiction Titles at STPL
Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution 

A User’s Guide to Democracy: How America Works

 

Submitted by Melissa, Adult & Teen Services Assistant

 

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Remote Learning Tips from a Veteran Teacher

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By: Melissa
Shorewood Troy Library
Adult Services Assistant

Are your children starting the school year remotely? Here are a few helpful tips to start the school year off on the right foot for both you and them!

1. Create a home learning space and personalize it!

  • Is there an outlet nearby to keep the laptop charged?
  • Is the sun directly hitting the computer screen? Is there not enough light to work by?
  • Is the workspace big enough for the computer as well as scratch paper and other supplies?

2. Post a copy of the daily school schedule so it’s easily accessible for everyone.

  • Print out the schedule with times. 
  • Make sure to note what is a live session or pre-recorded session.
  • Have a daily to-do list and mark off assignments as they are completed. 

3. Have all regular school supplies on hand. Students will need them.

  • Loose leaf paper
  • Writing utensils
  • Coloring supplies

4. Encourage movement breaks. 

  • Everyone needs to get up and stretch! Take a few minutes to refresh! 

5. Reduce other distractions, if possible. 

  • Try to isolate children from each other, if possible. 
  • Have children who are close together use headphones to block out other noise. 

 

Looking for more resources? Check out these articles!
22 Remote Learning Tips for Parents Helping at Home

8 Tips to Help our Child Focus and Stay Engaged During Distance Learning

Home Classroom Design Ideas for Online Students