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Creating a Historic Site Lesson PlanCreating a Historic Site Lesson Plan
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Civil War Trust
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3rd - 6th
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Social Studies & History
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Creating a Historic Site

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A historic site marks a place where a relevant historical event occurred, no matter how many people know about it. Small groups choose their own historical sites, including a place where a class member was born, or even a football field where a big game was won. They then carry out research to prove that the event they chose is significant enough to establish it as a historical site. Lastly, learners design signs, craft a monument, gather artifacts, and create maps to present to the rest of the class.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

historical research, historic sites, monuments

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Provide examples of historic site maps, artifacts, or statues
  • Organize groups accordingly

Classroom Considerations

  • Review and acquire materials prior to implementing 

Pros

  • Promotes a collaborative working environment

Cons

  • Does not include examples of how the final product should look

Common Core

SL.3.1.a SL.3.4 SL.4.1.a SL.4.4 SL.5.1.a SL.5.4 SL.6.1.a SL.6.4

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