Causes of the American Revolution
Elementary School
This kit provides teachers and other educators with the materials and guidance to help fourth grade students understand the reasons that the British colonists elected to declare their independence from King George III between the years 1763-1776. As a part of these lessons students will be encouraged to consider the intent and impact of media documents from a variety of points of view including those of the colonists, King George, patriots, loyalists, slaves and Native Americans.
All materials are classroom-ready, including: teacher guides, student handouts, overviews, and assessments.
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Download each teachers guide, Powerpoint or video below. All video and audio clips can be previewed below.
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click a lesson title to view/close list of downloads Lessons
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Lesson 1: Proclamation of 1763
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Lesson 2: Tarred and Feathered
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Lesson 3: Boston Tea Party
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Lesson 4: Phillis Wheatley Poem
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Lesson 5: The Intolerable Acts
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Lesson 6: Declaration of Independence
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Lesson 7: The Rebels
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Lesson 8: A Pair of Portraits
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Lesson 9: Remembering the American Revolution
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Lesson 10: No More Kings
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