We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty
and the pursuit of Happiness.
The Declaration of Independence is an important document in American history. It was written on July 4, 1776, by Thomas Jefferson to tell the world that the 13 American colonies wanted to be free from British rule.
The leaders of the colonies believed that all people have rights, like the right to be free and to make their own choices. They wanted to create a new country where people could live without unfair treatment from a king.
The Declaration of Independence was important because it explained why the colonies wanted to break away from Britain. It said that the king had treated the colonists unfairly by making them pay taxes without letting them have a say in the government.
The Declaration also said that when a government does not protect the rights of the people, the people have the right to change it. This was a big idea that helped shape the United States.
The Declaration of Independence helped bring the colonies together to fight for their freedom. It also inspired other people around the world to stand up for their rights.
Today, we remember it as the beginning of the United States of America. It reminds us that everyone should be treated fairly and have the chance to live a free and happy life.
Ireland’s Declaration of Independence
In 1919, a group of Irish leaders met in Dublin and said that Ireland should be a free country. They wrote a special paper called the Declaration of Independence.
This paper said that Ireland did not want to be ruled by Britain anymore. The leaders wanted Ireland to be its own country where Irish people could make their own laws and decisions.
After the declaration, there was a lot of fighting between Irish people who wanted freedom and British forces. This led to the Irish War of Independence.
A few years later, most of Ireland became free and formed a new country called the Republic of Ireland. The Declaration of Independence is still remembered as a big step toward Ireland’s freedom.
KId’s in the Kitchen
Edible Flags
Ingredients:
Strawberries
Blueberries
Frosting
Cool Whip, or marshmallow cream
Graham crackers
Directions:
Add the strawberries for the stripes.
Assemble flags onto the graham cracker using the frosting, cool whip, or marshmallow cream as glue.
Add blueberries for the stars
Literature Corner
Katie’s Trunk
By Ann Turner
Katie could feel it in the air—something was wrong. Neighbors didn’t speak to each other anymore, and someone even hissed “Tory!” at her. All around Katie, men were arming themselves for war. Then one day it happened—the rebels came! Katie’s father told the family to hide in the woods. At first Katie obeyed, but as she hid in the woods, she got mad and ran back to defend her home. It wasn’t right for people to treat one another this way. But what could one little girl do about it? For ages 6-10, 28 pages.
The Spies, Codes and Secret Organizations during the American Revolution – History Stories for Children
By Baby Professor
Learn all the secrets during the American Revolution in one revealing book! The great thing about this history book for kids is that it’s filled with facts and not just conspiracy theories. By learning about Spies Codes and Secret Organizations your child will develop an understanding of the strategies and technicalities during the height of the American Revolution.
Lardie’s Laughs:
Q. What did the pig say on a hot summer day?
A. I’m bacon!
Q. Where do ghosts like to swim on vacation?
A. Lake Eeerie!
Gab in Gaelic:
Nothing is done without effort = Tada gan iarracht (pron: taw-dah gonn ear-ock
