USA History / Mr.Saindon
Monday, April 22
to
Friday, April 26
Essential Question
What events and/or decisions caused conflict within United States that to led to war?
Objective
a. The students will be able to explain a series of events that led to the Civil War.
Background
Tensions grew for many years before the first shots rang out at Fort Sumter, signaling the beginning of the Civil War. There was a clear division between the north and the south's perspectives of this young country. The Missouri Compromise, The Compromise of 1850, The Dred Scott Decision, John Brown's Raid, Uncle Toms Cabin, and the 1860's election did not occur in a matter of days of each other. These events spanned forty years. To people in the south, those long years of dissatisfaction intensified when Abraham Lincoln was elected president in 1860. This was a final straw that led to several southern states seceding from the Union.
George Washington
Unit Goal:
We will learn about the life and character of George Washington to promote knowledge of our heritage and history and inspire us to become model citizens of our global society.
Big Ideas:
The following ideas will be the focus of “We’re Learning by George” activities:
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- The American Revolution established the first and longest continuing democratic form of government in the modern world.
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- Most historical scholars agree that George Washington was a great man.
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- George Washington was an integral part of the American Revolution and the establishment of our democracy.
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- Great men and women make great citizens.
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- Greatness in men and women can come from studying and emulating greatness from those who have come before us.
“Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.”
--President George Washington, who died December 14, 1799
PowerPoint on George Washington
Name________________ Period: ___
George Washington: The Man Who Wouldn’t be King
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Briefly recount Washington’s childhood experiences.
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Discuss Washington’s early military experiences in the French and Indian War.
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Explain the colonists’ grievances that led to the Revolutionary War and tell how Washington’s leadership helped win the war.
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Tell at least 5 accomplishments of Washington’s Presidency:
5. The most interesting thing I learned:
6. If I could meet George Washington, the one thing I would like to ask him is...
7. The advice I would have given George Washington is....
8. The thing I liked best about George Washington is ...
George Washington Part 1
George Washington Part 3
The Real George Washington
George Washington Biography
Objectives for: "THE CROSSING"
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Students will analyze George Washington’s character as a military commander and his courageous actions in leading his troops against overwhelming obstacles to cross the Delaware River in order to attack British troops at Trenton, New Jersey.
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Students will examine Washington’s demonstration of courage.
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Students will understand why courage is an essential virtue in their own lives.
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Students will act courageously in their own lives to protect freedom.