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War of 1812 Perspectives Module
A curriculum module for use in middle and high school classrooms.
This set of two lesson plans focuses on particular events or battles from the War of 1812, emphasizing primary sources and the experiences of soldiers and civilians. Explore the Chesapeake Campaign (including the Burning of Washington and the Bombardment of Fort McHenry) and the Battle of New Orleans—all significant moments during the War of 1812 which was fought between 1812-1815.
The worksheets and activities in each lesson in the Perspectives Module are intentionally similar, allowing students to explore the primary sources in greater depth.
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Module | 2 Lesson Plans
War of 1812 Perspectives Module
This set of two lesson plans focuses on particular events or battles from the War of 1812, emphasizing primary sources and the experiences of soldiers...
Lesson Plans
Lesson Plan | 21 Resources
War of 1812: Chesapeake Campaign Perspectives Lesson Plan
The British campaign against the American mid-Atlantic was building to a climax, with Washington and Baltimore in the cross-hairs.
Lesson Plan | 19 Resources
War of 1812: Battle of New Orleans Perspectives Lesson Plan
On January 8, 1815, Major General Andrew Jackson's hastily assembled army won the fight against a battle-hardened and numerically superior British...
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Audience: Middle school | High school