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American Revolution

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students create a magazine in Microsoft Publisher. In this magazine lesson plan, students create a magazine about the American Revolution using the publishing program.
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Revolution: The Call to Battle

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore revolutions throughout history. In this world history activity, students compare revolutions and wars as they watch "Revolution: The Call to Battle" and discuss their impressions. Students then research the Seven Years’...
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Early American Government: Cause and Effect

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars explore cause and effect. In this early American government lesson, students research the series of events that led to the revolution, confederation, and constitution. Young scholars use cause and effect examples to...
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Why were the colonists upset about the Stamp Act?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders read documents to address why colonists were upset about the Stamp Act. In this sourcing and contextualization lesson, 5th graders read a variety of documents from the American Revolution and predict the author's...
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American Revolution: Case Studies

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine the climate regarding women and slaves following the American Revolution. In this primary research skills instructional activity, students examine 15 case studies that require them to discuss the scenarios paired with...
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Why were Americans upset with the British Government?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine the Revolutionary War in New York State. In this experiential hook lesson, 4th graders adhere to new rules imposed by the teacher.  Students document their feelings and frustrations with being taxed on using walk,...
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The Road to the American Revolution

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore the causes of the American Revolution. In this American Revolution lesson, 5th graders examine the people, places, and events that led to the outbreak of war in the colonies.
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The Old Folks Will Bless You and the Girls Kiss You

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders reflect on the Revolutionary War.  In this Colonial America history lesson, 4th graders discuss various battles of the war, specifically the Battle of Cowpens.  Students begin by watching a video chronicling that...
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The Trading Post with the Most: Colonial Dorchester's Settlement and Economy

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders explore the Dorchester settlement, In this American colonial history lesson, 8th graders examine primary resources and maps from the Dorchester trading post in order to learn about its contributions to the Revolutionary War.
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Kate Fowler: Tory Spy

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders study the American Revolution and several key aspects and people involved in it. In this American Revolution lesson, 4th graders study the land grant for British colonists. Students read the 'The Legend of Kate Fowler' and...
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The American Revolution

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students study the American Revolution using Google Earth and United Streaming online resources. In this American Revolution lesson, students complete a KWL chart with information they know about the American Revolution. Students then...
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American Revolution Power Point Presentation

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore the American Revolution. In this United States history and technology lesson, 4th graders complete a worksheet using information about the causes of the American Revolution. Students create a Power Point...
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The Road to Revolution: 1754-1775 (1)

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive American history worksheet, high schoolers answer 12 multiple choice questions regarding the causes of the American Revolution. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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The American Revolution (1)

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive American history learning exercise, students answer 10 multiple choice questions regarding the American Revolution. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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The American Revolution (2)

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive American history worksheet, students answer 10 multiple choice questions regarding the American Revolution. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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The Road to Revolution: 1754-1775 (2)

For Students 8th - 12th
In this online interactive American history worksheet, students respond to 12 multiple choice questions regarding the events that led to the American Revolution. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Road to Revolution (Part 3)

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students explore the road to the American Revolution. In this American history lesson plan, students research the events in colonial America that led to the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution. They then create a...
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The Road to Revolution: 1754-1775 (5)

For Students 8th - 12th
In this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 19 matching questions regarding the events that led to the American Revolution. Students may check their answers immediately.
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Wax Museum

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders put their research skills to work. In this Revolutionary War lesson, 6th graders research a famous figure from that era. Students use the information gathered to prepare for a wax museum experience.
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The Spread of Revolutions

For Students 6th - 11th
In this spread of revolutions study guide worksheet, learners respond to 16 fill in the blanks and graphic organizer questions.
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Case Study - American Revolution 1775-1781

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this American Revolution case study worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in American history and then respond to 2 short answer questions.
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American Heroines

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the heroines of the Revolutionary War. In this Revolutionary War lesson plan, 3rd graders read a passage about famous heroines and discuss the trade practiced during Colonial times.
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Ten Crucial Days- George Washington as a Hero Figure

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students identify the heroic qualities of George Washington. For this Revolutionary War lesson, students recognize heroic qualities and construct a Hero Hall of Fame. Students construct posters that exemplify heroic traits.
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Ten Crucial Days- How Can the Underdog Win?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students identify the strategy that General Washington used to defeat a stronger force. In this Revolutionary War activity, students investigate how Washington won the battles of Trenton and Princeton by watching the video Ten Crucial...