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The Articles of Confederation: America's First Government
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and the impact of Shays' Rebellion.
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Founding a New Nation: The U.S. Constitution and Government
4th Grade · Social-studies · US-WI-SS
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Learners will explore the creation of the U.S. Constitution, analyze the core principles of American government and the Bill of Rights, and conduct historical inquiry into founding-era ideas and artifacts.
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SS.Inq1.a.mWisconsin Social Studies Standards · 4th GradeFormulate open-ended questions for further research within one of the social studies disciplines.
SS.Inq1.a.hWisconsin Social Studies Standards · 4th GradeFrame researchable, complex, and open-ended questions, integrating multiple social studies strands that call for investigation.