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A thought-provoking lesson plan explores what life was like for Civil War soldiers. With a presentation, group discussion, and writing activity, academics learn about camp living conditions, what soldiers ate, and how they dressed.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils write newspaper articles describing the life of soldiers during the war
- Find images of soldiers to create a visual board depicting living conditions
Classroom Considerations
- Lesson plan is part of a larger series on the Civil War
Pros
- Presentation provides detailed notes for the instructor
- A rubric and answer key accompanies the lesson plan
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- None