Thank You, Mr. Lincoln!

This web resource from the Civil War Trust will engage students through an analysis of primary source documents as they work to discuss the meaning and significance of the Emancipation Proclamation.
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Direct Link: https://www.civilwar.org/learn/educators/curriculum/middle-school/1862-antietam-and-emancipation

General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Emancipation Proclamation, General Order 143, Antietam, Contraband, Union, proclamation, battle, Civil War, Lincoln
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: CPALMS Charter: Social Studies

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