1.  It was July 4th and John Jr and Yuēhàn were excited about that evenings festivities. 
 Yuēhàn  was curious as to why there was a holiday, so John Jr went and did a little research.
2.  John Jr found out about a very important document called the Declaration of Independence and explained to Yuēhàn a little history on it.  John Jr explained that America was involved in a Revolutionary War.  The Declaration of Independence is the founding document of the United States. On July 4, 1776, it was adopted unanimously by the 56 delegates to the Second Continental Congress, who convened at the Pennsylvania State House, later renamed Independence Hall, in the colonial era capital of Philadelphia. 
The Committee of Five, including John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert R. Livingston, and Roger Sherman, were the ones who had the most influential input into authoring the document.  Thomas Jefferson actually wrote the original document the Second Continental Congress then did the editing.  The signers of the Declaration of Independence are the nation's Founding Fathers.
3.  John Jr explained how the Declaration explains to the world why the Thirteen Colonies regarded themselves as independent states no longer subject to British colonial rule.  The Declaration justified the independence of the United States by listing 27 colonial grievances against King George III and by asserting certain natural and legal rights, including a right of revolution.
5.  John Jr told  Yuēhàn that The Declaration of Independence has proven an  impactful statement on human rights, particularly its second sentence: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." 
6.  Later that day, John Jr and Yuēhàn began their Independence Day celebrations with a family picnic.  They night ended with a spectacular fireworks display.

The Declaration of Independence

John Jr sitting with a book, looking curious, with a festive backdrop in the background

It was July 4th and John Jr and Yuēhàn were excited about the evening's festivities. They could hardly wait for the fireworks. Yuēhàn was curious about why there was a holiday. John Jr decided to do some research to find out more.

Excitement in the Air

John Jr reading about the Declaration of Independence with a historical painting in the background

John Jr found out about a very important document called the Declaration of Independence. He learned that America was involved in a Revolutionary War. The Declaration of Independence is the founding document of the United States. On July 4, 1776, it was adopted by 56 delegates at the Pennsylvania State House in Philadelphia.

A Little History

John Jr looking at a picture of the Founding Fathers, with a thoughtful expression

John Jr discovered that five people had a big role in writing the Declaration. They were John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert R. Livingston, and Roger Sherman. Thomas Jefferson wrote the original document. The Second Continental Congress then made some changes.

The Committee of Five

John Jr explaining to Yuēhàn with a picture of the Founding Fathers in the background

The signers of the Declaration of Independence are known as the nation's Founding Fathers. John Jr explained this to Yuēhàn. He told him how important these men were. They helped shape the future of the United States.

Founding Fathers

John Jr pointing at a list of complaints against King George III, with a map of the Thirteen Colonies in the background

John Jr explained how the Declaration told the world why the Thirteen Colonies wanted to be independent. They no longer wanted to be under British rule. The Declaration listed 27 complaints against King George III. It also talked about natural and legal rights, including the right to revolution.

Independence Explained

John Jr explaining the sentence 'We hold these truths to be self-evident...' to Yuēhàn, with a backdrop of historical documents

John Jr told Yuēhàn about a very important sentence in the Declaration. It says, 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.' It also talks about rights to Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. This sentence has had a big impact on human rights.

A Powerful Statement

Yuēhàn enjoying a picnic with a festive atmosphere in the background

Later that day, John Jr and Yuēhàn began their Independence Day celebrations. They had a family picnic. They enjoyed delicious food and played fun games. It was a wonderful time together.

Picnic Time

John Jr watching fireworks with awe, with a sky lit up with colors in the background

The night ended with a spectacular fireworks display. John Jr and Yuēhàn watched in awe as the sky lit up with colors. They felt proud to celebrate such an important day. It was a perfect ending to a special day.