South Carolina Department of Natural Resources

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Historical Letter Analysis
Historical Letter Analysis

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This lesson explores Fort Lamar and the Civil War's early years, then analyzes soldier letters from the Battle of Secessionville to highlight the value of primary documents in understanding personal...

Civil War Medicine - Fact or Fiction?
Civil War Medicine - Fact or Fiction?

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Leveraging a KWL chart, this lesson activates students' prior knowledge of Civil War medicine before delving into the history of Fort Lamar. Through analysis of primary and fictional sources, students...

Salt Marsh Ecosystem
Salt Marsh Ecosystem

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This lesson will explore the Civil War battle of Secessionville and its connection to the unique ecosystem of the Carolina coast's salt marshes. Students will analyze the importance of these marshes...

Reading Civil War Maps
Reading Civil War Maps

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In this lesson, students will explore the Battle of Secessionville through a documentary film and then analyze two historical maps to understand the battle's location, troop positions, and the...

Heritage Tourism: Explore Local Culture
Heritage Tourism: Explore Local Culture

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This lesson explores heritage tourism, how it can preserve historical sites like Fort Frederick, and challenges students to brainstorm creative ways to promote such locations for future generations...

Frosted Fort: Tabby Construction
Frosted Fort: Tabby Construction

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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...

Fort Frederick Timeline
Fort Frederick Timeline

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In this lesson, students will explore the rich history of Fort Frederick Heritage Preserve by examining a documentary film, creating a visual timeline of key events, and reflecting on the significance...