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Leaders and Challenges of the Early Republic

3rd Grade · Social Studies · US-WV-SS

7 lessons

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Explore early presidential administrations, the rise of political parties, the War of 1812, and the evolving democratic and regional challenges facing the young nation.

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us-wvSS.4.15West Virginia Social Studies Standards · All ages

Trace the beginnings of America as a nation and the establishment of the new government. • Compare and contrast the various forms of government in effect from 1774-1854 (e.g., Continental Congress, Articles of Confederation, U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, etc.). • Research the contributions of early American historic figures (e.g., George Washington, John Adams, Abigail Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, Andrew Jackson, James Madison, Dolly Madison, etc.). • Explain the political, social and economic challenges faced by the new nation (e.g., development of political parties, expansion of slavery, taxation, etc.).