Alexander Hamilton | Federalist Papers | U.S. History Readers Theater Script

This U.S. History Differentiated Readers Theater script is based on Alexander Hamilton and His Duel (1780s-1804). It tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant who becomes a key figure in early American history. Starting as a young man from the Caribbean, Hamilton moves to New York and joins the fight for independence. He becomes General George Washington's trusted aide during the Revolutionary War. After the war, Hamilton helps write the Federalist Papers to support the new Constitution and becomes the first Secretary of the Treasury. He creates financial policies and proposes a national bank to strengthen the economy. However, his political rival, Aaron Burr, feels wronged by Hamilton's actions and words. Their rivalry leads to a duel, where Hamilton is tragically killed. This story shows how Hamilton's contributions helped shape the new nation and highlights the dangers of political conflicts.

This script should take about ~20 minutes to read depending on your classroom's level. An extra ~25 minutes for prep, discussion, vocabulary or short answer comprehension questions should also be planned.

This product includes a zip file consisting of:

• Grades 3~5 Version (~13 Characters, 715 words, 8 pages)
• Grades 6~8 Version (~20 Characters, 1150 words, 10 pages)
• Student & Teacher Reader's Theater Tips & Notes
• 10 Comprehension Short Answer and 10 Vocabulary Words
• Themes & Discussion Question Prompts
• Note: All files are in editable DOCX format.
• Character Note: Some characters only have 1 or 2 lines, if necessary one student can read multiple lines. Likewise some of the main characters can be read by multiple students.

This script is part of a Revolutionary War Bundle!

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05 The Green Mountain Boys & Battle of Bunker Hill (1775)

06 The Second Continental Congress (1775)

07 Common Sense & Declaration of Independence (1776)

08 Crossing the Delaware & Victory at Trenton (1776)

09 Valley Forge & The American Crisis (1777-1778)

10 Foreign Allies: Lafayette and France (1777-1778)

11 Sybil Ludington and Molly Pitcher (1777)

12 Alexander Hamilton and His Duel (1780s-1804)

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14 George Washington Stepping Down (1783)

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