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1765 to the Declaration of Independence Lesson Plan1765 to the Declaration of Independence Lesson Plan
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1765 to the Declaration of Independence

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Middle schoolers research philanthropists of the American Revolution. For this philanthropy lesson, students watch the video Johnny Tremain and analyze the characters and determine their motives. Middle schoolers read the Declaration of Independence and discuss how citizens can act as philanthropists because of it. Students research the men who signed the Declaration of Independence.

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philanthropy, johnny tremain, the american revolution, the declaration of independence

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american revolution, declaration of independence, johnny tremain, philanthropy, social studies
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 hrs
Instructional Strategy
Research
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