Understanding the Declaration of Independence

Author: Pamela J. Gernerd

School: Mountain View Elementary

Grade Level: 4th

Time Estimated: 3 days

Overview

During this lesson the students will examine the Declaration of Independence. They will focus on the reasons why the colonies went to war with England and develop an understanding of the ideals expressed in the Declaration of Independence. Students will also develop an understanding of how the colonists’ ideas about government differed from those of the English Parliament. Students’ understanding of the Declaration of Independence will be evaluated through teacher observation and final project completion.

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