Civil War
Created by: Alfreda Blanton & Jacynthia Jackson
Introduction
It is the year 1861.
Katy Donaldson is a twelve-year old citizen in the United States. She lives with her family in the southern
states, however her two brothers have moved to the north. This brought about many emotional
difficulties for her and her family. The
Civil War has begun. Katy is trying to
discovery the events that led to the Civil War, which has drastically separated
her family. Your job is to help Katy figure
out what happened by searching the web to gather information.
Task
At the completion of this week unit on the Civil War, you
will be able to:
· Identify pre Civil War
abolitionist
· Explain the causes of the
Civil War
· Identify and describe
significant leaders and battles of the Civil War
Your
task will be to complete an Internet Scavenger Hunt, create a Civil War
timeline, and complete various writing assignments. You will use Internet Resources and
Encyclopedia CD-ROMS to conduct research on a Civil War leader. Your research will be utilized in writing a
research report.
Process
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Assignment
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 Monday:
American Activists before the Civil War
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- What
was an abolitionist? Discover who
these people were and what they achieved in the years preceding the
Civil War.
- Use
the websites information to complete an Internet Scavenger Hunt.
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Tuesday:
Causes of the Civil War
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- What
were the e vents that led to the most devastating war in American
history? Read the information
provided and be prepared to discuss, in class, what you have learned.
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the web site information, write a one page explanation of the causes of
the Civil War. Your written
report is due on Friday.
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Wednesday:
Significant Battles of the Civil War
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- The
first battle was “bloodless,” but what about the rest? Read to uncover interesting facts
about various Civil War battles.
Which side, north or south, won each of these battles?
- Create
a timeline identifying when each battle occurred, who was in command for
each side and which side claimed the victory.
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Thursday:
Significant Leaders of the Civil War
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- Discover
which figures in history led our country through this troubled time and
which military leaders made a difference.
- Using
the web information make a table identifying five key facts on each of
these leaders.
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Friday:
Report Research
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- Use
this time to conduct more research.
You are to complete a two page report on either a significant
battle or leader of the Civil War.
- Utilize
the following web sites and one previously viewed to gather information.
- Your
report is due a week from today.
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Evaluation: Rubric
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Civil War
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Name: ________________________
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Teacher:
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Date : ___________________
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Title of Work: ___________________
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Create a time line of the
battle of the Civil War
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Less than three (3) significant
events are present. This includes date and description. At least 3 of the
dates or sequences are not in the proper order. 4 Writing is not legible.
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At least three (3) significant
events are present. This includes date and description. At least 2 of the
dates or sequences are not in the proper order. Does not meet the
requirements of the timeline. Writing is not legible in places.
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At least five (5) significant
events are present. This includes date and description. At least 1 of the
dates or sequences is not in the proper order. Meets the requirements of
the timeline. Marginally legible handwriting, typing, or printing.
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At least six (6) significant
events are present. This includes date and description. All dates
indicated on timeline are correct and are sequenced in the proper order.
Goes beyond the requirements of the timeline. Legible handwriting,
typing, or printing.
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Write a one page report on the causes of the
Civil War.
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Reader has difficulty following work because
student jumps around. Student does not have grasp of information; student
cannot answer questions about subject. Work has four or more spelling
errors and/or grammatical errors. Work is Illegible. Work displays no
references.
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Student presents information in logical sequence
which reader can follow. Student is uncomfortable with content and is
able to demonstrate basic concepts. Presentation has three misspellings
and/or grammatical errors. Work has three or four areas that are sloppy.
Work does not have the appropriate number of required references.
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Information in logical, interesting sequence
which reader can follow. Student is at ease with content, but fails to
elaborate. Presentation has no more than two misspellings and/or
grammatical errors. Work has one or two areas that are sloppy. Reference
section was completed incorrectly
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Student demonstrates full knowledge (more than
required). Presentation has no misspellings or grammatical errors. Work
is neatly done. Work displays the correct number of references, written
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Write a two page report on one
of the battles or a leader of the Civil War
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Reader has difficulty following
work because student jumps around. Student does not have grasp of
information; student cannot answer questions about subject. Work has four
or more spelling errors and/or grammatical errors. Work is Illegible.
Work displays no references.
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Student presents information in
logical sequence which reader can follow. Student is uncomfortable with
content and is able to demonstrate basic concepts. Presentation has three
misspellings and/or grammatical errors. Work has three or four areas that
are sloppy. Work does not have the appropriate number of required
references.
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Information in logical,
interesting sequence which reader can follow. Student is at ease with
content, but fails to elaborate. Presentation has no more than two
misspellings and/or grammatical errors. Work has one or two areas that
are sloppy. Reference section was completed incorrectly
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Student demonstrates full
knowledge (more than required). Presentation has no misspellings or
grammatical errors. Work is neatly done. Work displays the correct number
of references, written
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Create a table on the leaders of the Civil War.
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Missing 11-15 items 10 or more items out of
place. Poor spelling. Poor Color/Orderly/Legible Few horizontal labels
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Most items completed. Missing 6-10 Location not
sure on 6-10. Spelling unsure. Satisfactory Color/Orderly/Legible Some
horizontal labels Few contours. Pencil labels
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Most items completed. Missing 1-5 Most items
located accurately 1-5 off. Most spelling OK Good Color/Orderly/Legible
Most horizontal labels Some contours .Ink & Pencil labels
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Everything completed. Everything is located
accurately. Spelling correct. Exceptional Color/Orderly/Legible All
horizontal labels All contours .Ink labels ALL items present.
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Total---->
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Teacher Comments:
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Conclusion
At the
completion of this weeklong unit on the Civil War, the students will be able
to:
· Identify pre Civil War
abolitionists
· Explain the causes of the
Civil War
· Identify and describe
significant leaders and battles of the Civil War
Students
will complete an Internet Scavenger Hunt, create a Civil War timeline and
complete various writing assignments.
Students will also use Internet Resources and Encyclopedia CD-ROMS to
conduct research on a Civil War leader.
Research will be utilized in writing a research report.
Teacher Page
Subject Area: Social
Studies/ Writing/Language Arts
Grade Level: 5th
Learner Information:
This lesson is
designed for fifth grade social studies on the Civil war. Language arts and Writing standards will be
integrated also. It can be extended to
other grade levels such as fourth grade.
Prior
to beginning the web quest, students should be able to surf the web for
information on the civil war The students will read
and use the web resources to introduce themselves to the Civil War and it
causes.
Standards:
Curriculum: Social
Studies/Writing/Language Arts
The task in this web based project address ALCOS standards
for grade 5:
17. Select appropriate print and non-print media
independently for a variety of purposes.
31. Organize and present information in visual,
oral, and/or print form.
13. Describe how events, places, and characters
encountered in written, spoken, and visual works reflect human experiences
and influence the thinking of the reader, viewer, or listener.
20. Examine issues and events leading to the
Civil War.
21. Assess significant features of the Civil War.
Technology:
Time
liner 5.0
Computer
Writer
Internet
Encyclopedia
CD-ROMS
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