4^th of July is all about patriotism and fireworks. Share these fun historical facts about the history of 4^th of July with your kids, then try some of the suggested activities to celebrate.

4^th of July Fun Facts 

• Independence Day is celebrated every year in the United States on the Fourth of July.
• The liberty bell weighs 2080 pounds and its circumference is 12 feet.
• The Declaration of Independence was written by Thomas Jefferson.
• On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence that gave freedom to all who lived in the United States.
• The Declaration of Independence was first read to the public in Philadelphia, where it was celebrated with bells that rang all night long.
• Twelve of the thirteen original colonies approved the final draft of the Declaration of the Independence.
• The first Independence Day celebration took place on July 4, 1777.
• On the 4^th of July, we celebrate the birthday of the United States.
• People celebrate the 4^th of July by going to picnics, parades and firework shows.
• In 1941, Congress declared the 4^th of July a federal holiday.

4^th of July Fun Activity Suggestions

• Create and color your own U.S.A. flag and 4^th of July pictures. Use them as decorations for a 4^th of July party.
• Create a mural of a 4^th of July parade using paint and a roll of paper across the wall.
• Discuss the Declaration of Independence and have the students write about the importance of freedom.
• Compose an acrostic poem with the word “independence”.
• Do patriotic brain teasers and word scrambles. Download free USA Brain Teasers here.

 

*Facts from the following books: Patriotic Songs & Symbols, Celebrate the Holidays & Multicultural Holidays