Lesson

Frosted Fort: Tabby Construction

Lesson Overview

Students will learn about Fort Frederick's history, built by the British with a unique tabby material, and then engage in a hands-on activity to explore the challenges and importance of this construction method.

Duration
2-3 hours
Lesson Type
Traditional Lesson

Essential Question

How did the limitations of local materials influence the construction techniques used at Fort Frederick Heritage Preserve?

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Other Instructional Materials or Notes:

4, 6, 8

Materials

  • Fort Frederick Tabby documentary (optional to view other documentaries in the Fort Frederick series) 
  • Frosted Fort: Tabby Construction Worksheet
  • Frosted Flakes or Rice Krispies bars recipe (linked in resources tab)
  • Frosted Flakes or Rice Krispies bars ingredients 
  • One paper plate per student 

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Lesson Created By: MegGaillard

Lesson Partners: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources