A Nation Divided: Why Couldn’t They Just Get Along?

Author: Andrea Sponsler

School: Rolling Ridge Elementary

Grade Level: 4th

Time Estimated: 4 days (60-minute sessions)

Overview

This unit explores the differences between the Northern and Southern states and their underlying reasons for the differing views on slavery. Through the analysis of primary sources, the students uncover how the economic differences and priorities had a large effect on the passionate convictions for both sides of the divided nation.

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