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This episode explores the events that led to the bombardment of Fort Sumter, the opening event of the Civil War. It also follows the movement of Major Robert Anderson and his garrison from Fort...
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This episode introduces the student to the social history of South Carolina, the rise of Charleston as an important shipping center, and the building of the fort where the Civil War began. It further...
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Based on Peggy Hartwell's discussion in the previous lesson, students will follow up with developing a quilt idea of their own, based on an inspirational poem, song, or story. or for younger students...
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Activity Sheets include: Use the photo of the marker and the bio to compare five facts about Sergeant Isaac Woodard Jr. Use the ad for the Isaac Woodard Benefit Show from 1946 to answer the questions...
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Students will understand the role colonial expansion throughout the world played in the development of European nations.
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From frond to rose, Devyn visits Charleston’s City Market to learn how to fold a Palmetto Rose.
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Activity Sheets include the following: Draw a picture and write down a few favorite facts about Arthur Stanley. Find all the words associated with Arthur Stanley's life and career. Cross out the words...
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The thirteenth quiz in this series tests your knowledge on a not often discussed conflict in American history – The Mexican-American War. This war remains a source of controversy due to how the U.S...
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This quiz tests your knowledge on a not often discussed conflict in American history – The Mexican-American War. This war remains a source of controversy due to how the U.S. acquired Mexico’s northern...
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This photo gallery contains the following images: Map of U.S. in 1845, before outbreak of Mexican-American War President James K. Polk General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna General Zachary Taylor...