From "we the people" curriclum, 5th grade students are learning about the premable to the constitution. They are learning why it starts with "we the people.. do ordain and establish this constitution for the united states of america."

The Power of 'We the People' (00:00 - 01:30)

• Exploration of the opening phrase of the Preamble and its historical significance.

• Discussion on how the phrase shifted power from monarchs to the citizens, establishing the concept of popular sovereignty.

Making it Official: Ordain and Establish (01:30 - 02:45)

• Analysis of the formal language used at the end of the Preamble.

• Comparison of 'ordaining' and 'establishing' to making a permanent, official commitment or building a solid foundation for a house.

Behind the Scenes Drama: People vs. States (02:45 - 04:00)

• Insights into the historical debate over whether the document should represent individual states or the unified population.

• The role of Gouverneur Morris in finalizing the text to emphasize national unity and the collective power of all citizens.