The War of 1812
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Lesson Plans:
The
War of 1812 - Should it be called the Second War of Independence?
- You are a "news correspondent - investigative reporter."
You will research one or more battles, or events, of the War of 1812.
Following your research you will write an original article, which
may include a map, drawing, or illustration. (has teacher notes)
President
Madison's 1812 War Message: Answers Lead to More Questions - Ask
students to assume the role of newspaper reporters present when President
Madison's message was read in the House of Representatives. Have them
write a concise, accurate account of what the message contained. Students
should remember to begin the account using the reporter's formula,
a brief paragraph summarizing the key elements: who, what, where,
when, and why of the event. The text of Madison's message should be
available to students as they compose their articles.
War
of 1812 History Lesson - A history reading comprehension lesson
on the War of 1812. The lesson discusses causes of the war, important
battles, and additional history information. Includes a printable
teaching lesson worksheet.
Primary Source Documents:
The Treaty of Ghent - The Treaty of Ghent ended the War of 1812
between the United States and Great Britain. Peace negotiations began
in Ghent, Belgium, starting in August of 1814. After four months of
talks, the treaty was signed on December 24, 1814. The Senate unanimously
ratified the Treaty of Ghent on February 16, 1815.
Alice Williamson Diary, 1864 - Several accounts of the Indians'
actions against the Americans during the War of 1812, including the
Battle of River Raisin and the death of Tecumseh.
Cartoon
Depicting The War of 1812 - Cartoon showing President James Madison
and probably John Armstrong, his secretary of war, both with bundles
of papers, fleeing from Washington, with burning buildings behind
them
=Elem/Middle School K-8
