Skip to main content

The Making of the American Constitution - Judy Walton

965,750 Views

54,138 Questions Answered

TEDEd Animation

Let’s Begin…

How did a meeting intended to revise the Articles of Confederation lead to the new Constitution for the United States? Discover how a handful of men--sitting in sweltering heat and shrouded by secrecy--changed the course of history for America in 1787.

Assume today’s Congress called for a national meeting of delegates from each state to discuss proposed amendments to the Constitution. What do you think some of the significant differences would be between the Grand Convention and this hypothetical convention?

Sign in to answer question

About TED-Ed Animations

TED-Ed Animations feature the words and ideas of educators brought to life by professional animators. Are you an educator or animator interested in creating a TED-Ed Animation? Nominate yourself here »

Meet The Creators

  • Educator Judy Walton
  • Animator Kelsey Stark
  • Artist Liesje Kraai
  • Producer Richard O'Connor
  • Narrator Judy Walton

More from Government: Declassified