The Battle of Lexington and Concord begins the American Revolution

Lesson Details

This lesson is designed for high school students studying American history. It will cover the events leading up to the Battle of Lexington and Concord, the battle itself, and its significance in starting the American Revolution.

Learning Outcomes

• Know the events leading up to the Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Understand the significance of the Battle of Lexington and Concord in starting the American Revolution
• Can analyze primary sources related to the Battle of Lexington and Concord

Methodology

This lesson will use a combination of lecture, discussion, and primary source analysis. Students will be encouraged to participate in class discussion and to analyze primary sources related to the Battle of Lexington and Concord.

Resources/Materials

• Textbook readings on the American Revolution
• Primary source documents related to the Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Lecture notes and PowerPoint presentation
• Whiteboard and markers

Activities

• Lecture on the events leading up to the Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Class discussion on the significance of the Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Primary source analysis of documents related to the Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Small group activity analyzing a primary source document related to the Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Individual assessment analyzing a primary source document related to the Battle of Lexington and Concord

Assessment

Students will be assessed on their participation in class discussion, their analysis of primary source documents related to the Battle of Lexington and Concord, and their individual assessment analyzing a primary source document.