If you're teaching point of view, this is the lesson for you! First, decipher the writer's point of view from a primary resource, then compare and contrast the primary source with a secondary source to explore the Paul Revere's engraving of the Boston Massacre. 

Concepts

paul revere, paul revere's ride, point of view, the boston massacre, primary sources, secondary sources, the american revolution, compare and contrast

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Extend learning with a visit to your school library or have students search on their mobile learning device for additional information about Paul Revere and his engraving of the Boston Massacre  
• Get into character by inviting scholars to give speeches speaking as Paul Revere 

Classroom Considerations

• Scholars should have some prior knowledge of the American Revolution 
• Image would make for easier interpretation if printed in color 

Pros

• Directions are written in detail allowing for a smooth implementation
• Inlcuded materials can be used digitally or in print 

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.5.6 RI.6.6 RI.6.7 RI.6.8