Founding Choices
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LENGTH
20 Minutes
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Description
Founding Choices is an interactive history game where students step into the shoes of early American leaders. Through ten scenarios, they make key decisions on federal power, liberty, unity, public trust, and constitutional interpretation. Each choice shapes their leadership style and reveals how early debates defined the U.S. government. Students explore historical context, analyze differing viewpoints, and reflect on the lasting impact of Washington, Jefferson, Hamilton, and others.
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Instructions
Play through this interactive game to learn about Politics in the New Country. Suitable for Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8.
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Discussion Questions
Before the Game
What major problems did the United States face after gaining independence from Great Britain? Why do you think the Founders wanted to avoid creating another government that was too powerful? What does the term “compromise” mean, and why might compromises be important when creating a government? If you were helping design a new government today, what would be the most important feature you would include? Why?
After the Game
How did your decisions affect the balance of power between the national government and the states? Which historical figures in the game influenced your decisions the most? What arguments or ideas did they bring up? Did your government end up stronger or weaker? How did you feel about that outcome?