Topic: Language Arts
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Does Slaveholding Tarnish Jefferson’s Legacy?
The impact of slaveholding on Jefferson’s legacyLesson Plan
Frenemies: George Washington and Thomas Jefferson
In this lesson, students will complete a Nearpod that discusses the philosophical and political differences between Thomas Jefferson and George Washington. Ideally this lesson comes after the completion of the...Lesson Plan
Your Reason for Treason
The actions of the revolutionaries could be considered treason against their British king. Which one of these grievances listed by the revolutionaries in the Declaration of Independence would drive you...Lesson Plan
"Hey, I Didn’t Say That!"
When taken out of context, quotes can have an entirely different meaning from what was originally intended.Lesson Plan
"Hey, I Didn’t Say That!": Using Quotes in Context
When taken out of context, quotes can have an entirely different meaning from what was originally intended. What would be the consequences of taking a quote out of context? Why...Lesson Plan
A Trustee’s Reason for Treason
The actions of the revolutionaries could be considered treason against their British king. Which one of these grievances listed by the revolutionaries in the Declaration of Independence would drive you...Lesson Plan
Breaking the Chains of Slavery
You have been hired by Frederick Douglass to create a public service announcement advocating for the abolition, or end, of slavery. Your public service announcement should contain images and quotes...Lesson Plan
Declaration Double Take
The Declaration of Sentiments and the Declaration of Independence have a few things in common….what are they? Use the word cloud tool to compare the two documents and then create...Lesson Plan