This resource focuses on understanding the Articles of Confederation, the first governing document of the United States. It aims to elucidate the structural powers and limitations inherent in the Articles, particularly how these were influenced by the Founding Fathers’ fears of centralized authority following the American Revolution. Students are engaged through a hypothetical scenario involving 'The League of 13 Neighbors,' which mirrors the governmental structure of the Articles. They are prompted to explore fundamental concepts such as voting methodology, the lack of enforceable revenue collection, and the absence of an executive branch. The resource includes activities to identify weaknesses in the Articles and encourages analysis of the distrust that led to these limitations, culminating in a predictive analysis task regarding legislative procedures within the framework.