Lesson
Legacy of Reconstruction
Guiding question
What factors led to the end of Reconstruction?
What was the legacy of Reconstruction for the nation?
Founding Principles
Guiding Questions
- What factors led to the end of Reconstruction?
- What was the legacy of Reconstruction for the nation?
Objective
- Students will identify and describe factors that led to the end of Reconstruction and how those factors had lasting effects.
Materials
Resources
Student Resources:
- End of Reconstruction Essay
- Legacy of Reconstruction Primary Source Set
- Seven Sticky Notes
- Highlighter
Teacher Resources:
Lesson Components
ActivityLegacy of Reconstruction Middle School Primary Source Set
Seven images that showcase the legacy of Reconstruction.
ActivityLegacy of Reconstruction Middle School Handout
Identify and describe factors that led to the end of Reconstruction and how those factors had lasting effects.
EssayThe End of Reconstruction Middle School Essay
How successful was Reconstruction in addressing the challenges of rebuilding the nation and ensuring equal rights for African Americans?
Lesson plan
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Facilitation Notes
- Teachers will need to precut The End of Reconstruction Timeline formative assessment.