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The Stamp Act of 1765

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders explore the origins of colonial objections to "taxation without representation".  In this American History instructional activity, 11th graders create a presentation on specific topics in relation to the Stamp Act.
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Understanding Freedom: Catching "The Spirit of '76"

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders complete activities about colonial history through an examination of art from the American Revolution period. In this history and art lesson, 6th graders define an iconic image, sing the song 'Yankee Doodle,' and analyze...
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Paul Revere's Ride and the American Revolution

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students analyze the cause, results, and critical historic figures and events of the American Revolution. For this American Revolution lesson, students review Paul Revere's significance and the Battles of Lexington and Concord. Students...
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Colonial America: Causes Of The American Revolution

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students examine the causes of the American Revolution. In this colonial America lesson, students read handouts regarding the sequence of events that led to the commencement of the war. Students complete the provided worksheets and...
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Teaching With Documents Lesson Plan: Images of the American Revolution

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this American Revolution lesson, students examine international involvement in the war as well as major events of the war.
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Stamp Act: Support of Oppose

For Teachers 8th - 11th
In this American Revolution worksheet, learners complete a graphic organizer with information regarding the support and opposition of the Stamp Act.
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Boycotting Baubles of Britain

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the role of British commodities in the Revolutionary War. In this American Revolution lesson, students discover the British commodities that colonists needed and investigate the success of the boycotting campaigns by...
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1776: The American Revolution in the Champlain Valley

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Learners examine the significance of Lake Champlain in the Revolutionary War. In this American Revolution lesson, students discuss how Lake Champlain was integral to the war, create war time lines, and identify the 13 original colonies.
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Revolutions in Latin America: Bolivar, 1813-1814

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students compare the leadership skills of Washington and Bolivar. In this Latin American history lesson, students read biographical information about George Washington and Simon Bolivar. Students compare the men to better understand the...
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The American Revolution

For Teachers 5th
For this American Revolution worksheet, 5th graders fill in blanks to complete sentences about the Revolution using pictures with accompanying labels. 
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The American Revolution: A War of Principle or Self-Interest?

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Pupils examine the causes of the American Revolution. In this American Revolution instructional activity, students investigate a list of statements that reveal different perspectives on the causes of the war.
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A Dream and an Idea: Searching for a Roadmap to Create a Country

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students listen in on American historical events. In this colonial America lesson, students participate in an activity that requires them to watch video segments that feature Revolutionary War battles and the Constitutional Convention....
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Johnny Tremain

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students study the Revolutionary War. In this colonial America instructional activity, students read Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes. Students discuss chapter 1 as they respond to the provided discussion questions.
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Causes of the American Revolution Review

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Pupils investigate causes of the American Revolution. In this American Revolution activity, students consider the major acts passed by the British in the 1760's and 1770's. Pupils access an online memory game regarding British taxation...
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Give Me Liberty!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore the American Revolution. In this Revolutionary War lesson plan, students research Internet and print sources regarding the major battles of the war and make oral presentations regarding their findings.
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The Road to the American Revolution

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students consider the case for forming a new, independent nation. In this American Revolution lesson, students examine the people, places, and events that led to the outbreak of war in the colonies. Students compare colonial protests to...
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Analyzing Political Cartoons

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders identify a political cartoon and analyze a pre-Revolutionary War political cartoon. In this political cartoon lesson, 7th graders discuss cartoons and the historical beginnings of American politics using a PowerPoint...
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Foundations of American Government: Teacher’s Guide

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the foundations of America. In this early American history lesson, students watch Discovery video segments regarding the Boston Massacre, the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights....
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American Revolution

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students create a magazine in Microsoft Publisher. In this magazine lesson plan, students create a magazine about the American Revolution using the publishing program.
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Revolution: The Call to Battle

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore revolutions throughout history. In this world history lesson plan, students compare revolutions and wars as they watch "Revolution: The Call to Battle" and discuss their impressions. Learners then research the Seven...
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Early American Government: Cause and Effect

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore cause and effect. In this early American government instructional activity, students research the series of events that led to the revolution, confederation, and constitution. Students use cause and...
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Why were the colonists upset about the Stamp Act?

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders read documents to address why colonists were upset about the Stamp Act. In this sourcing and contextualization lesson, 5th graders read a variety of documents from the American Revolution and predict the author's...
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Why were Americans upset with the British Government?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine the Revolutionary War in New York State. In this experiential hook lesson plan, 4th graders adhere to new rules imposed by the teacher.  Students document their feelings and frustrations with being taxed on...
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The Road to the American Revolution

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore the causes of the American Revolution. In this American Revolution lesson, 5th graders examine the people, places, and events that led to the outbreak of war in the colonies.