Lesson Plan

The War of 1812

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After reading a sample memo regarding the conflict between Britain and France before the War of 1812, class members assume the role of James Madison and brainstorm how to handle the situation. They will then analyze the creation and context for the Star-Spangled Banner and finally create a movie poster to represent the war.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Assign the resource as a homework assignment to be discussed the following day
Classroom Considerations
  • Provide more detailed requirements for what information to include in the poster and consider offering technology options for completing the assignment
Pros
  • Provides rich materials, including an informational text on the War of 1812 and all activity handouts
  • Addresses different learning styles in a variety of activities
  • A fifth-grade version of the lesson is also available
Cons
  • None