Civic and Political Participation of the Founders: George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and James Madison

Learn about the civic and political participation of some of the Founders, including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and James Madison, with this interactive tutorial.
Resource ID#: 208915 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Students
Instructional Time: 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, Constitution, Constitutional Convention, Civics, Political, Founders, Civic and Political Participation, interactive, tutorials, elearning, e-learning
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Civics Original student tutorials - Grades 6-12

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