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Two Perspectives on the Battle of Little Bighorn/Greasy Grass Lesson PlanTwo Perspectives on the Battle of Little Bighorn/Greasy Grass Lesson Plan
Publisher
Smithsonian Institution
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6th - 8th
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Social Studies & History
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Duration
45 mins
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Two Perspectives on the Battle of Little Bighorn/Greasy Grass

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Learners understand why historians conduct research and the importance of perception when it comes to studying history. The resource covers The Wars of Expansion and the Battle of Little Bighorn/Greasy Grass through group work, debate, teamwork, research, brainstorming essential questions, and class presentations.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

wars, manifest destiny, multiple sources, westward expansion, the sioux, treaties

Additional Tags

battle of little bighorn, expansion, historical account, perspective, war, social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Flip your class by assigning some of the group work for homework

Classroom Considerations

  • The fifth in a series of 15 history lessons
  • A short discussion on the importance of respect for each other while debating topics could prove beneficial depending on your class's dynamic

Pros

  • Teaches learners about the storytelling aspect to history
  • Pupils assess different viewpoints and learn how the context of a situation during a historical event affects primary source language 
  • Puts each individual into a historical person's shoes, making learning more entertaining and meaningful

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RH.6-8.6 RH.6-8.7 RH.6-8.8 RH.6-8.9

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