Common Sense and the American Revolution

In this lesson, students will read excerpts from Thomas Paine’s Common Sense and identify the underlying foundational ideals of the U.S. government. Students will then make their own modern pamphlets to sway colonists in support of the American Revolution.  
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: Common Sense, Thomas Paine, American Revolution, foundational ideals, primary source, civics, lesson, history, integrated
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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