James Peale (1749-1831), The Battle of Princeton, ca. 1782,

James Peale (1749-1831), The Battle of Princeton, ca. 1782,

Princeton University,
Rev War  |  Curriculum

Revolutionary War Curriculum

A curriculum for use in middle and high school classrooms.

The American Battlefield Trust is thrilled to share our Revolutionary War Lesson Plans

Featuring four modules with a total of twelve comprehensive lesson plans, this resource is designed to bring the history of the American Revolution to your middle school and high school students through engaging PowerPoints, primary source activities, interactive suggestions, and more. From exploring the causes of the revolution to delving into Washington’s soldiers, and the Southern Campaigns, these lesson plans offer a wealth of resources ready for use today. 

Curriculum Modules
Module | 3 Lesson Plans

The Pursuit of Liberty Module

This set of three lesson plans will guide your students through concepts of the Enlightenment Era, details of the Declaration of Independence, and the...
Module | 3 Lesson Plans

The Northern Campaigns Module

This set of three lesson plans will guide your students through the opening shots of the Revolutionary War, the history of key battles and leadership...
Module | 3 Lesson Plans

The Southern Campaigns Module

This set of three lesson plans will guide your students through the changing British Strategy of the Revolutionary War (1778-1779), the history of key...

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Audience: Middle school | High school