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No More Sticks and Stones: Technological Advancements in World War I Warfare Lesson PlanNo More Sticks and Stones: Technological Advancements in World War I Warfare Lesson Plan
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National History Day
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6th - 8th
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Social Studies & History
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No More Sticks and Stones: Technological Advancements in World War I Warfare

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Remind young historians that many technological advancements influenced the events of World War I. After analyzing technology's evolution through primary sources, discussing the changes over time, and watching various video clips, learners discuss the concepts.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

world war i, technological advancements

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Assign writing activities as homework
  • Allow scholars to work in small groups during the brochure activity 

Classroom Considerations

  • The resource fits as the fourth in a sequential series of nine
  • Prior World War I knowledge is necessary

Pros

  • Offers ideas for differentiation 
  • Provides worksheet and primary sources
  • Includes brochure project to test for comprehension

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.6.1.a RH.6-8.2 RH.6-8.8 WHST.6-8.1.a

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