Articles of confederation

Social Studies

• The child has learned about the Articles of Confederation and its role in the formation of the United States government.
• They have gained an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.
• The child has learned about the impact of the Articles of Confederation on the development of the U.S. Constitution.

Continued development related to the activity could include encouraging the child to further explore the founding documents of the United States, such as the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. They could also research and analyze the debates and discussions that took place during the Constitutional Convention.

Book Recommendations

• The American Revolutionaries: A History in Their Own Words by Milton Meltzer: This book provides firsthand accounts and primary sources related to the American Revolution, including the Articles of Confederation.
• Shh! We're Writing the Constitution by Jean Fritz: This engaging book tells the story of the creation of the U.S. Constitution, including the impact of the Articles of Confederation.
• The 1787 Constitutional Convention: A Comprehensive Encyclopedia of America's Founding by John R. Vile: This comprehensive reference book provides detailed information about the Constitutional Convention and the drafting of the Constitution, with a focus on the challenges posed by the Articles of Confederation.