If you watched “Hamilton” on Disney+, or are lucky enough to have seen it in-person, you know that Alexander Hamilton was an important founding father who probably doesn’t get enough credit for his role in our history.

Spark your thinking!

1. Set up your social studies mini spark recording page: #36: Alexander Hamilton

2.  Watch this video to learn more about Hamilton in history. Record 4 of the roles he played outlined in the video.

3. Read this article. There are information sections listed about Alexander Hamilton. Choose 3 of them and them on your recording sheet.

4. Go back to the article and study the two graphics.  Make a tiny timeline on your recording page showing 5 dates from his life or make an argument as to why there should be a dedicated monument honoring Alexander Hamilton.

5. Share your social studies mini spark recording page with your teacher/EY coordinator.