GRAPHIC ORGANIZIER

CHECKLIST
KWL CHART DIRECTIONS
Discuss with a partner what you know about the US Constitution
Write at least four things down in bullet point form in the What I
Know section of your paper
Refer to the sample KWL chart ONLY when confused, NOT TO
COPY
While talking to your partner, consider some things you do not
know about the Constitution
In the What I Want To Know section, write down the questions
you have about the Constitution and American government
Watch the short video from the link provided
Read through the webpage after completing the video
Independently, complete the What I Learned section of the
KWL chart
K = 4 Bullets, W = 6 Bullets, L = 6 Bullets
Read over what you have written in preparation of your summary

SUMMARY
Write two paragraphs on what you have learned about the US
Constitution
Be mindful of your vocabulary, grammar, and spelling
DO NOT COPY. USE YOUR OWN WORDS
Be mindful of what you write as you will use this in your
discussion arguments
In your conclusion, discuss whether or not the Constitution has
been good or bad for the US
Remember: WHO, WHAT, WHERE, HOW, WHY???????