Who should have the power—individual states or the federal government? Scholars research the arguments of the Federalists and Anti-Federalists during the formation of the United States Constitution. Online resources, including a vast directory of information, spark discussion and analysis of the role the federal government should play in ruling the United States. 

Concepts

the anti-federalists, the federalists, the federalists and anti-federalists

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Divide the class into Federalist/Anti-Federalist teams and debate the issues of early America
• Compare and contrast the Federalist/Anti-Federalist arguments with the Republican/Democrat issues today

Classroom Considerations

• Unit is designed for grades 6-12; be sure to adjust assignments according to age level
  

Pros

• Resource provides primary sources, video clips, art work, and biographies for differentiated instruction
• Teacher resources map out unit with lesson plans and multimedia materials

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.2 RH.6-8.3 RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.3 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.3