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Capture the Flag
Students use their knowledge about the Civil War to prepare and participate in a battle reenactment.
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Lesson: Allison Smith: What Are You Fighting For?
Trench art is a nontraditional art form created by soldiers in trenches during wartime. Artist Allison Smith connects her art to the American Revolution and the question: "What are you fighting for?" Kids examine her art, how it connects...
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Gettysburg
Middle schoolers investigate the major events of the Civil War by reading and depicting the Gettysburg Address. Video clips are used to create an iMovie to enhance their background knowledge.
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The Battle of Lexington
Students discover the Missouri River and its importance during the Civil War. In this U.S. history instructional activity, students examine a map of the great Battle of Lexington, and discuss why the Missouri River was a key element to...