In 1787, the Northwest Ordinance organized America’s Northwest Territory, banned slavery north of the Ohio River, and set rules for new states, sparking settler dreams and North-South tensions. This immersive Readers’ Theater brings Rufus King’s anti-slavery push, Nathan Dane’s drafting, and settler ambitions to life, weaving vivid dialogue with ordinance quotes. Students explore expansion, governance, and slavery debates, igniting curiosity about America’s early growth. Perfect For:Social Stud