1860-1861: The Country Goes To War

This web resource, from the Civil War Trust, helps students examine the state of the nation and the sequence of events leading to the Civil War. A thorough PowerPoint and graphic organizer are included to ensure students are fully engaged while learning. Supporting activities include questions putting students in the shoes of the citizens of the time, giving them a unique perspective and an exit ticket to help reinforce what they just learned.
Resource ID#: 59931 Type: Lesson Plan
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Direct Link: https://www.civilwar.org/learn/educators/curriculum/middle-school/1860-1861-country-goes-war

General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office, Java Plugin
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)
Keywords: Civil War, Abraham Lincoln
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Virtual Manipulative,  Assessment,  Presentation/Slideshow
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Predict-Explain-Observe-Explain, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: CPALMS Charter: Social Studies

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