The Boston Massacre: Primary Source Comparison and Analysis

In this lesson plan, students will compare and contrast ("spot the difference") between Paul Revere’s famous “Bloody Massacre” engraving and the original print from his friend and colleague and answer a series of critical thinking/discussion questions. They will then read written accounts of the event and draw conclusions about key areas of creative license taken.  Finally, students will create their own interpretation of the Boston Massacre: either a rewriting of the event using modern language (tell a friend what happened!) or a drawing of their own. 
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: civics, history, revolution, history, patriot, civics, text structure, civics integration, compare, contrast, Revolutionary War, Civic Participation, Boston, propaganga, analyze diverse media, peer evaluation, present research, American Revolution, primary source, presentation, John Adams, Paul Revere, Massacre, lesson, integrated
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Image/Photograph,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Structured Inquiry (Level 2), Writing to Learn, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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