The Declaration of Independence: From Rough Draft to Proclamation

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Students discover how the Declaration of Independence transformed from a draft to a treasured historical document. In this Declaration of Independence lesson, students discuss the context in which Jefferson wrote the document and analyze its meaning.

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historical documents, primary sources, thomas jefferson, united states presidents, the declaration of independence

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historical documents, the declaration of independence, thomas jefferson, social studies

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Resource Details

Grade

9th - 12th

Subjects

Social Studies & History