Causes of the Civil War
4th Grade Social Studies
Objective
Students will learn about the causes of the Civil War.
Complete lesson: 45 minutes
Introduction
Why did our country battle itself? Today you will learn about the two major issues that led to the Civil War — slavery and states’ rights. You will learn about the key issues that made the Confederate states feel that they needed to secede from the rest of the United States, as well as how the northern Union states felt about these issues. You’ll also find out how newly formed states fell into the slavery/states’ rights equation, and why some of the established states sided with the North on some issues, while siding with the South on others. The Civil War was a major event in our history — watch our movie to understand why it happened!
Introduction - Civil War by Lori Romanelly
Instruction
In your Social Studies packet, you will find a KWL handout like the one to the right. Complete the the "K" and "W" sections of the handout before you watch the video below.
Once you have completed the vocabulary these two columns, use the log in information below to watch the video about the causes of the Civil War. As you watch and listen, take notes regarding important information that you have learned. These notes may be helpful later when you take the assessment.
Click on the video links below and watch the videos to complete instruction review.
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Password: brainpop
Activity
Now you will practice placing important events in chronological order by using a game on BrainPop. BrainPop - Civil War Causes-Time Zone X
Click on the link below to complete practice and review.
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Password: brainpop
Assessment
In your Social Studies packet, you will find the handout below. Complete the handout and turn your packet in to Mrs. Romanelly to be graded.
Extension
If you need extra resources, please refer to the following:
Click on the link below to complete practice and review.
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Password: brainpop
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