When Washington Crossed the Delaware
Overview
Pair the picture book, When Washington Crossed the Delaware, with primary sources to have students practice close reading of both texts and maps while investigating the events leading up to and following this key accomplishment in the Revolutionary War. After, students can research a current event and create a map based on their learning along with a curator’s note that briefly describes its value; create a gallery walk of student work.
Related Resources
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Report from Washington to the Continental Congress
original letter with transcription -
Plan of the operations of General Washington
map -
Crossing of the Delaware
Mount Vernon article -
Today in History: George Washington
background information, primary sources and teaching resources
Grade
Elementary, Middle School
Subjects
Civics, English Language Arts, Social Studies
Length
60-80 minutes
Topics
American Revolution, Crossing the Delaware, current events, geography, George Washington, Revolutionary War
Author
Tom Bober