A Little Rebellion is a Good Thing

Duration: 120-150 min
Overview

This lesson is designed to be a culminating activity to learning about both Shays’ and Whiskey Rebellions, and the role they played in the timeline of changing American government.  There will be a special focus on Jefferson’s contributions during this time.

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Type of Lesson

Cooperative Learning

Common Core Standards

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.1
Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.2
Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7
Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.9
Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.

Author Info

Name: Katherine Yeffa Orenberg
Email: kmyeffa@gmail.com
School: Pleasanton Middle School
City: Pleasanton
State: CA