The Declaration of Independence may seem like an outdated document, but it exists as one of the most important to the United States government. Middle and high schoolers read the declaration, complete a graphic organizer, and take notes in a handout to get a better handle on such an important document to US history.

Concepts

the declaration of independence, american history, the united states, american democracy, the united states government

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Allow scholars to work in pairs when completing the handouts

Classroom Considerations

• Requires learners to read the book George vs. George
• Takes some prep work as pupils need individual copies of the handouts

Pros

• Includes an answer key 
• Provides a scoring guide, complete with a point system for easier grading
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.2 RH.6-8.3