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350 Years of Connecticut History and Government: A Search for the Common Good
350 Years of Connecticut History and Government contains
five sections, one for each of Connecticut's four constitutions, and an
introductory section. Four themes, which are sequential and
interrelated, are developed throughout the units. These themes are
authority, representative government, common good, and
constitutionalism.
Connecticut enjoys a rich history in cultural diversity, economic
prosperity, and political enlightenment. Established in 1639, the
Fundamental Orders was one of the earliest written constitutions in
history. Thus Connecticut was the first colony in America to move
towards self government by elected representatives under a Constitution
- a major step in constitutional history.
Connecticut has
a proud democratic tradition that should be shared with our young
citizens. These volumes contain a curriculum of Connecticut history
which evaluates authority, explores the common good, defines liberty
and justice, and inspires active citizenship. These are all essential
prerequisites to the continuation of our basic American ideals and
values.
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*350 Years of Connecticut History and Government is presently being revised and expanded. The revised edition will include the following:
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Part I
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Governance: Connecticut's Four Constitutions
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1614-1776: From English Colony to Independent State
1776-1865: From Agrarian Society to an Industrial Order
1865-Present: The Evolution of Modern Connecticut
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Part II
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Major Changes/New Directions
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Part III
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Issues Bridging the Centuries
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Part IV
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Legislative Visitation Program Materials
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Part V
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Legislative Office Building Mural
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Part VI
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Student Activities
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The
original 350 Years of Connecticut Government: A search for the Common
Good Teacher's Guide is now available on-line. Each section contains
background readings, lesson plans and activities. Because of its size,
250 pages, the guide has been broken into eleven pieces.
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Download Part I