Huntington Library
Huntington Library: Causes of the American Revolution: Trouble in Boston [Pdf]
In this lesson, 5th graders look at ideas and British policies that contributed to the outbreak of the American Revolution. Includes background information for the teacher. Students explore ideas that were circulating in America before...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Tea Act, 1773
This site provides background information on the Tea Act which led to the Boston Tea Party. Has links to other acts as well.
University of Groningen
American History: Documents: John Dickenson's Letter 2 From a Farmer 1767 1768
This letter, from a farmer in 1767, addresses his conceerns regarding the Townshend Duties and their effect on the colonies as a whole.