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Pinwheel Discussion: Ratifying the Constitution with Teaching American History

Students examine arguments surrounding the ratification of the Constitution and participate in a structured pinwheel discussion. The activity asks students to represent multiple perspectives, respond to evidence, and consider why disagreements emerged over the Constitution and the need for a Bill of Rights.

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