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Civic Literacy

This guide provides information on civic literacy resources.

Introduction

The United States has an incredible history, and an important part of being literate and engaged is knowing that history. Because of the hard work of librarians, archivists, and historians, many of the founding documents, including the United States Constitution and Declaration of Independence, are well-preserved and accessible for anyone who is interested in learning more. Check out the links below to learn more about the founding documents. 

The Constitution

The Federalist Papers

The Declaration of Independence