When America decided to become free, it needed wise leaders to help build the new country. We call these leaders the Founding Fathers.
George Washington led the army and later became the first president. Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. Benjamin Franklin was an inventor, printer, and wise helper. John Adams spoke bravely for freedom.
The Founding Fathers did not agree on everything. They argued, talked, and listened to each other. But they shared one big dream: a country where the people would rule themselves. This week you will meet these leaders and read their most famous words!
1. What do we call the leaders who helped build America?
2. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
3. What was Benjamin Franklin known for?
4. What big dream did the Founding Fathers share?
By the end of this week, you will be able to:
1. Name at least three Founding Fathers and what they did.
2. Explain what the Declaration of Independence says.
3. Tell why July 4, 1776 is a special date.
4. Connect the Founding Fathers' ideas to your own life.
Write what each word means in your own words.
Write the name that matches each clue: Washington, Jefferson, Franklin, or Adams.
| Clue | Name |
|---|---|
| I led the army and became the first president. | |
| I wrote the Declaration of Independence. | |
| I was an inventor and printer. | |
| I spoke bravely for freedom. |
1. The Founding Fathers argued but still worked together. Why is that important?
2. What makes someone a good leader?
1. America's early leaders are called the .
2. George led the army.
3. Thomas wrote the Declaration.
4. Benjamin was an inventor and printer.
5. The leaders argued, talked, and .
6. They shared a of a free country.
Draw your favorite Founding Father doing his job — leading the army, writing, or inventing!
| I learned... | Circle one |
|---|---|
| Who the Founding Fathers were | YES / NOT YET |
| What each leader did | YES / NOT YET |
| The dream they shared | YES / NOT YET |