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Chapter #1: End of the American Revolution (Aftermath of the Treaty of Paris 1783)
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Chapter #2: The American Government in Transition
Week 1: Post-Revolutionary Transition (1783–1787)
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K–5th Grade:
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"George Washington’s Socks" by Elvira Woodruff – A time-travel adventure that introduces students to key events after the Revolution.
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6th–8th Grade:
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"Johnny Tremain" by Esther Forbes – A compelling novel exploring the Revolutionary War’s aftermath.
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9th–12th Grade:
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"Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis – A detailed look at post-Revolutionary leaders.
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"The Quartet: Orchestrating the Second American Revolution, 1783–1789" by Joseph J. Ellis – A deep dive into the critical transition years.
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Chapter #3: Financial Struggles in the American Colonies
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Chapter #4: Social Unrest in the New American Colonies
Chapter #5: The Start of the Constitutional Convention
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Chapter #6: The Drafting of the U.S. Constitution
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Chapter #7: Establishing the Executive and Judicial Branches
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Chapter #8: Birth of a Nation
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Chapter #9: Becoming United States of the Americas
Week 2: The Constitutional Convention and New Government Framework (1787–1789)
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K–5th Grade:
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"Shh! We’re Writing the Constitution" by Jean Fritz – A lighthearted look at the Constitution’s creation.
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6th–8th Grade:
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"Give Me Liberty!" by L.M. Elliott – A historical novel that brings the period to life.
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9th–12th Grade:
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"Miracle at Philadelphia" by Catherine Drinker Bowen – A narrative history of the Constitutional Convention.
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"The Federalist Papers" by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay – Essential reading for advanced students studying the Constitution’s foundations.
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Chapter #10: The Creation of the Federal Government
Chapter #11: The First President Election
Week 3: Establishment of the Federal Government (1789–1793)
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K–5th Grade:
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"Who Was George Washington?" by Roberta Edwards – A simple biography of America’s first president.
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"When Washington Crossed the Delaware" by Lynne Cheney – A beautifully illustrated story of Washington’s leadership.
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6th–8th Grade:
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"Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson – A historical novel that intertwines with Washington’s presidency.
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9th–12th Grade:
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"Washington: A Life" by Ron Chernow – A detailed biography of George Washington.
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"Alexander Hamilton" by Ron Chernow – An in-depth look at Alexander Hamilton.
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Chapter #12: First Vice Presidency and Presidential Cabinet
Chapter #13: The Formation of the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government
Chapter #14: Bill of Rights – Individual Freedoms
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Chapter #15: The Financial Rescue Plan: Alexander Hamilton
Week 4: Personal Rights, Economic, and Political Stabilization (1791–1801)
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K–5th Grade:
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"A More Perfect Union" by Betsy Maestro – A simple explanation of the Bill of Rights and Constitution.
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"The Story of Alexander Hamilton" by Christine Platt – A child-friendly introduction to Hamilton’s legacy.
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6th–8th Grade:
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"Alexander Hamilton: The Outsider" by Jean Fritz – A biography for young readers.
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9th–12th Grade:
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"The Whiskey Rebellion" by William Hogeland – A gripping account of this event.
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"The Bill of Rights Primer" by Akhil Reed Amar – An examination of the Bill of Rights.
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Chapter #16: Whiskey Revellion: Conflict in the New Nation
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Chapter #17: First Foreign Policy, War, and Navy
Chapter #18: The First Political Parties of the United States
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Chapter #19: The First Contested Presidential Election: John
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Chapter #20: “Revolution of 1800” – No Peaceful Transfer of Power
Week 5: Political Maturity and Peaceful Transition of Power (1800 and Beyond)
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K–5th Grade:
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"The Founding Fathers: Those Horse-Ridin’, Fiddle-Playin’, Book-Readin’, Gun-Totin’ Gentlemen Who Started America" by Jonah Winter – A fun introduction to key figures.
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6th–8th Grade:
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"John Adams: Independence Forever!" by Janet Benge – A detailed look at Adams’ role in the new nation.
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"Thomas Jefferson: A Day at Monticello" by Elizabeth V. Chew – A glimpse into Jefferson’s world.
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9th–12th Grade:
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"Adams vs. Jefferson: The Tumultuous Election of 1800" by John Ferling – A riveting narrative of the critical election.
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"American Sphinx: The Character of Thomas Jefferson" by Joseph J. Ellis – A deep dive into Jefferson’s influence.
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