Constitution Celebration

The whole crew in front of the Capitol

In the Senate Chamber of the Old Capitol

Benjamin Franklin

Patrick Henry

James and Dolley Madison

Special presentation by highschoolers who just happened to be homeschool kids and they had won the State History Fair

Lincoln/Douglas Debates

Yesterday was a busy, but good day. We had book club in the morning and heard reports from about 10 kids on Harriet Beecher Stowe. I love every one's different perspectives. This year we have boys in our club so it is cool to hear their thoughts too!

Then we had a science experiment about smooth muscles and our intestines. It involved nylons, a lump of clay and squeezing. It was a great visual, once again, on how our body works. Specifically how food moves through our bodies. Thanks K and D for making that possible!

Next was lunch and a little socializing and then off to the Old Capitol for a presentation celebrating the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. The presentation was geared toward middle and highschoolers but we brought the whole crew, ages 5-10.

We are studying Early American History so this fit right in. I am sure the kids didn't get as much out of it as I did, but I know they heard some things that we have talked about and they heard some names and events that we will be getting to. (My favorite was Dolley Madison and the Lincoln/Douglas debate.)

Anyway, the above pictures of the event were taken by my friend (which I have copied from Facebook.) Thanks K for always having your camera handy . . . !