The Declaration of Independence

In this lesson plan, students will analyze the ideas and grievances set forth in the Declaration of Independence while completing guided notes that accompany a teacher-presented slideshow. Students will then show what they know by rephrasing excerpts from the Declaration in their own words.
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: Thomas Jefferson, primary sources, American Revolution, democracy, Independence Day, civics, American History, US History, Colonial concerns, English policies, colonial grievances, Declaration of Independence., Founding Fathers, King George, lesson
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Teaching Idea
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: Civics Original teacher resources - Grades 6-12

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