American Heritage Discussion Series | Learners with Littles
Want to learn more about America’s heritage? Would it help to bring the kids while you learn?
Join us for a monthly discussion series about American heritage on UVU campus for caregivers of children (or for those who don’t mind children in the background).
Adults complete 2–3 hours of reading in advance, then we discuss the assigned texts together as a group.
We start with 30 minutes of social time with a light brunch and then one hour to discuss the reading. Children will have a place to play and can choose coloring or craft activities. Caregivers will be responsible for their children.
Discussion facilitated by Eleesha Tucker, Constitutional Literacy Fellow in the Center for Constitutional Studies at Utah Valley University.
Meeting Details
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Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. | Clarke Building (CB) 511
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10:00–10:30 a.m. | Social time with light brunch-style fare
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10:30–11:30 a.m. | Adult discussion, while children can wiggle, color, and craft
- Access the study guide here.
- Click on the links below to access the individual readings.
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- Topic: Federal Constitution-Making
- The Peacemaker's Journey & the Great Law of Peace (Onondaga Historical Association)
- Senate Resolution 331 (1988)
- The Articles of Confederation (Extra History YouTube video)
- Excerpts from the Debates in the 1787 Constitutional Convention concerning the Slave Importation Clause
- Benjamin Franklin’s Closing Speech at the Constitutional Convention
- Excerpt from Federalist 10 by Publius
- Excerpt from Federalist 51 by Publius
Upcoming Dates and Topics
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April 16, 2024 | Interpreting the Founding at the Civil War
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May 21, 2024 | Keeping the Republic
- Excerpt on Republican Motherhood from Revolutionary Mothers by Carol Berkin
- Excerpts on Civic Virtue from Revolution-era state constitutions
- Excerpt on contempt in modern American society from Love Your Enemies by Arthur Brooks
- Prepare to evaluate media sources by exploring Ad Fontes Media-Bias Chart