Pupils complete readings, a group activity using cards, and a writing activity to better understand people's lives during the American Revolution. The resource emphasizes people such as the militiamen, women, officers, and children, highlighting the importance of each role.

Concepts

independence, american history, american culture, george washington, the continental congress

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Additional Tags

george washington, patriots, us history, war of independence, social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Turn the lesson into an in-class project by assigning each individual to show more about their daily lives during the war with diary entries, photographs, and maps
• Make the last activity into group work by asking groups to perform a short skit involving the lives of the six people

Classroom Considerations

• Requires scholars to read a book before beginning the activity
• The resource serves as the second in a 15-part series

Pros

• Enables learners to put their individual spins on the activity by choosing which character to portray
• Promotes a collaborative learning environment
• Teaches empathy and builds writing skills

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.4.3 RI.5.3 RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.9