In 2026, America celebrates an extraordinary milestone—250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Across the country, schools, museums, historical societies, and communities are commemorating this historic anniversary. For homeschool co-ops, commonwealth schools, and group learning communities, this is a unique opportunity to help students move beyond memorizing dates and discover the people, principles, and sacrifices that shaped our nation.
At Curriculum Square, we believe history is best learned by experiencing it. Our curriculum creators have developed engaging classes, simulations, literature, games, and activities that help students step into history and wrestle with the ideas that built the United States.
Whether you’re planning an entire year centered around America’s 250th birthday or simply looking to enrich your current American history studies, you’ll find resources for your scholar classroom at Curriculum Square.
Build a Strong Foundation in America’s Story
One of the best ways to begin an America 250 celebration is by helping students understand not only what happened during the American Revolution, but why it happened.
Foundations of Freedom
From Rare Academics
Designed as a year-long beginning scholar course, Foundations of Freedom introduces students to the American Revolution while helping them appreciate the tremendous sacrifice, courage, and conviction required to establish a new nation.
Students explore:
- The causes of the American Revolution
- The lives of key historical figures
- The principles of liberty
- The ideas that influenced the Founding Fathers
- The creation of the United States Constitution
This class gives students a solid understanding of the philosophical foundations that continue to influence America today.
Let Students Become Part of the Story
History becomes unforgettable when students don’t simply read about it—they participate in it.
Authors of Liberty
From the Principles of Freedom Storefront
Imagine your students enlisting in General George Washington’s Continental Army.
Throughout this immersive two-semester course, students advance through military ranks—from Civilian all the way to General—as they complete:
- Hands-on activities
- Historical simulations
- Book discussions
- Essays
- Presentations
- Leadership challenges
As students meet important milestones, they earn pieces of a beautiful calligraphy set, symbolizing their own journey toward becoming an “Author of Liberty.”
Covering American history from the War of Independence through 1913, this course helps students see history as more than a collection of events. It encourages them to consider how courage, responsibility, and character continue to shape free societies today.
Read the Documents That Changed the World
Every student should spend time reading America’s founding documents—not simply excerpts, but the documents themselves.
Declaration of Independence Workbooks
From The Little Library of Possibilities
New Curriculum Square creator Traci Hanks has developed two companion workbooks that help students thoughtfully engage with one of the most influential documents ever written.
Both workbooks include:
- The complete text of the Declaration of Independence
- Historical background surrounding its adoption
- Information about the signers
- Interesting facts about the document’s various printings
Workbook One focuses on helping students understand the meaning behind the language and phrases used by the Founders.
Workbook Two encourages students to think deeply about the Declaration through discussion questions and generous writing space for personal reflection.
These workbooks may be used independently or together, making them flexible for classrooms and co-ops alike.
Study the Constitution with Fresh Eyes
The Constitution wasn’t created in a vacuum—it emerged from real challenges faced by a young nation.
The Constitution of the United States Workbook is a beautifully designed, 113-page full-color resource that guides students through the complete text of the Constitution while providing room for notes, observations, and discussion.
Students will also discover:
- Why the Articles of Confederation proved inadequate
- How the Constitutional Convention addressed those problems
- Discussion questions throughout the text
- A complete appendix containing the Articles of Confederation for comparison
Rather than treating the Constitution as simply another historical document, this workbook encourages students to read it thoughtfully and discuss its lasting significance.
Bring the American Revolution into Your Classroom
Some of the best history lessons happen when students are actively participating.
The Adventuring Scholars storefront offers a growing collection of classroom simulations, activities, and games that help students experience history firsthand.
Highlights include:
- Constitution Bowl resources
- Constitutional Convention simulation
- Mock trial
- Activity to explore the Twelve Principles of Liberty
- George Washington’s Rules of Civility
- A Revolutionary-era Ladies’ Tea Party where students share all the “tea” about the Revolution
- A spy ring activity
- Additional American Revolution games and classroom experiences
These activities make excellent additions to co-op classes during America’s 250th anniversary.
Discover an American Hero Many Have Forgotten
Every history curriculum benefits from compelling stories.
Saving Dr. Warren…A True Patriot by Jeff McKenna introduces readers to Dr. Joseph Warren, one of the often-overlooked heroes of the American Revolution.
This engaging historical work helps students better appreciate the sacrifices made by patriots whose names are not always found in traditional textbooks, making it an excellent companion to any Revolutionary War study.
Continue the Journey Through American History
America’s story didn’t end in 1776.
Curriculum Square also offers a wide variety of curriculum covering later periods of American history, including:
- The Civil War – from Hearth Academy Press and Rare Academics
- World War I & World War II – also from Hearth Academy Press, Rare Academics, and Engaged Learning
- There are also awesome simulations and games based on the Civil War and WWI/II from The Adventuring Scholar.
- Leadership including Parliamentary Procedure and Leadership 101
- Literature studies – Leadership in Writing at Education for Life
Whether your co-op is focusing on the Revolutionary period or exploring the broader American story, you’ll find curriculum designed specifically for you.
Make America’s 250th Anniversary One Students Will Remember
The 250th anniversary of the United States offers more than an opportunity to celebrate—it offers an opportunity to teach.
By engaging students with primary documents, immersive simulations, meaningful discussions, and rich historical literature, we can help the next generation develop a deeper understanding of the principles, people, and events that shaped our nation.
If you’re planning your co-op’s American history classes for the coming school year, we’d love to help.
Explore our growing collection of American history curriculum, simulations, games, and classroom resources available from Curriculum Square’s talented community of homeschool creators, and make America’s 250th birthday a year your students will never forget.