A Guide for Learning and Teaching the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution, (Learning from the Original Texts Using the Classical Learning Methods of the Founders)

A complete guide and curriculum to learning and teaching the founding documents of the United States of America including the U.S. Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and all the supporting primary source documents. Utilizes the classical learning methods of the founding fathers. Includes a series of lessons containing inspiring biographies of many of the founders. Contains the complete text of Common Sense as well as study guides for The Federalist Papers and The Wealth of Nations. Weaves together all the essential documents using stories, activities and diagrams. Can be used as a self-paced course, multi-semester course, or fireside lessons for home, school or church. Meets Common Core State Standards for history. Recommended companion books: The Federalist Papers and The Wealth of Nations.

Joseph Andrews began his story over 20 years ago when he started teaching his own children the treasures of the founding documents. His enthusiasm branched out to his community as he began teaching courses in his hometown and on television and radio. He founded The Center for Teaching the Constitution, a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching the principles of freedom. Joseph Andrews has received several awards, both local and national, for the courses he has taught using this book he has authored. Joseph has a Masters degree in Political Science, Masters in Engineering, and a Masters in Physics and is currently a consulting engineer and adjunct professor at Palomar Community College.