An engaging lesson focuses on the impact of the war and Lincoln's plan for Reconstruction had on the United States. Historians analyze primary documents, such as Constitutional Amendments and newspaper experts. They also participate in group discussion and complete worksheets to demonstrate their knowledge of how the war changed life in the US. 

Concepts

civil war, the united states civil war, wars, wartime, american history, primary sources, primary source analysis, skills review

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Find images that reflect the impact of the Civil War on society 
• Compare the effects of the Civil War on different groups, such as African Americans, Confederate troops, and Union supporters  

Classroom Considerations

• The lesson is part of a large unit on the Civil War

Pros

• The lesson provides stimulating activities to encourage pupils' engagement in the material 
• Resource has detailed instructor notes to ensure the lesson is executed properly 

Cons

• None