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Which subject	History
What topic	Civil war
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Civil War

Objectives

• Understand the causes and key events of the Civil War.
• Identify major figures and their contributions during the Civil War.
• Analyze the impact of the Civil War on American society and politics.

Materials

• Textbook sections covering the Civil War
• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed handouts with timelines and maps
• Projector for visual presentations
• Video segment on the Civil War (5-7 minutes)

Grade/Age Group

Grades 7-12

Subject

History

Class Size

20 Students

Lesson Length

30 Minutes

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Introduce the topic of the Civil War, discussing its significance in U.S. history. Engage students with a question about their prior knowledge.
2	Causes of the Civil War	8 minutes	Present key causes: slavery, economic differences, and states’ rights. Use a map to show geographical divisions. Discuss briefly with the class.
3	Key Events Overview	10 minutes	Provide a brief overview of major battles and events. Use a timeline handout for students to follow. Show the video segment related to key battles.
4	Major Figures	5 minutes	Highlight important figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and Robert E. Lee. Discuss their contributions and differing perspectives.
5	Impact of the Civil War	2 minutes	Briefly discuss the long-term effects of the Civil War on American society, politics, and civil rights. Ask students to reflect on how these impacts are seen today.
6	Homework Assignment	0 minutes	Assign readings from the textbook and a short written reflection on what they learned about the Civil War. Inform students that homework will be collected but not presented in class.

Assessment

• Monitor student engagement during discussions.
• Review homework for understanding and completion in the next class.

Conclusion

Wrap up with a brief recap of the lesson's key points and address any remaining questions. Make the connection between the Civil War and ongoing discussions in modern American history.

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