Dive into America's past with the Social Studies Unit - Slavery and the Civil War, a literature-based homeschool social studies curriculum designed to captivate and educate your child on one of the most critical periods in U.S. history. Over an enriching three-week journey, learners engage with the antebellum era, experience soldier life, and analyze the profound effects of the Civil War, including the end of slavery through immersive activities and projects that foster deep understanding and appreciation for historical events.

Key Features:

• Creativity: Students express their insights by creating 'trading cards' of Civil War leaders, and they delve into artistic expression by commemorating the shift from slavery to freedom through personal artwork.
• Critical Thinking: Engage in a mock debate on slavery expansion and analyze the influential rhetoric of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, connecting it with the Declaration of Independence.
• Hands-on Learning: Interactive projects such as making berry ink, as soldiers did, and crafting timelines build a tangible connection to the past.
• Interdisciplinary Connections: Connecting mathematics with history, students will understand inflation's impact through Civil War-era data, and geography through mapping key battles.

The Social Studies Unit - Slavery and the Civil War provides a comprehensive homeschool curriculum that brings history to life. Your child will not only learn about the pivotal events and figures of the Civil War but also develop invaluable skills in research, argumentation, and interdisciplinary thinking that go beyond traditional learning. Through collaborative activities, they will forge a deep connection with the era and gain critical insights that resonate long after the unit's completion. Empower your homeschooler with an educational experience that transcends the textbook and cements their love for learning history.

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