If there were ever a fun way to learn about how the Articles of Confederation were replaced by the Constitution, this is it. For ages 8 and up, this picture book tells the story (in the form of a school play - *very* funny!) of the squabbles among the states during the post-revolutionary period. Each state, played by an elementary school actor, has its own distinct personality that beautifully displays the concerns and desires of each particular state.
Although it's a picture book, it can easily be enjoyed by older kids. I learned a few things! And while my kids are not likely to check out picture books from the library these days, I find that if I check them out and leave them scattered around, they definitely get read and are certainly enjoyed. ☺
As a lovely bonus, the book's website has a free download of the Unite or Die Reader's Theater, which is a play format of the book for up to 17 actors. How fun for a group of kids to act out the scenes in the book!
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