Reconstruction 1865-1877 - Two Graphic Organizers
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Reconstruction 1865-1877 - Two Graphic Organizers
This teaching resource delves into the critical period in American history that followed the Civil War. A valuable tool for educators of Grades 8 through 11, it provides comprehensive content on a complex epoch concerning History or Social Studies related to USA.
Main Focus:The resource focuses majorly on Reconstruction protocols post-Civil War and outlines political, social, and economic shifts during this tenure. The primary objective was re-establishing Southern states which had seceded from the Union and integrating African Americans into society.
Legislation Elements:- 13th to 15th Amendments: Abolished slavery while providing citizenship rights to African Americans.
- Freedmen's Bureau Policy: Safeguarded interests of those recently freed from enslavement.
Dual Graphics Organizers Feature:
Packed with valuable information integrating politics within Postwar Reconstruction in South alongside a map highlighting Southern military districts—understanding how Southern states were readmitted post-war handling of issues regarding African American integration and determining controlling parties over Reconstruction.
Challenges Faced:- Resistance from opposing white Southerners.
- A rise in clans promoting racial segregation due to societal strains.
- Fraudulent methods used by white democrats regaining control leading up to Jim Crow era commencing racial segregation till Civil Rights Movement took charge later in mid-20th century.
In addition, teacher-prepared notes help streamline complex narratives for students while boosting their note-taking skills (Marzano et al., 2001).
Flexibility in Teaching Approach:With multiple file types, including teacher versions and student fill-in-the-blank ones paired with illustrative clipart (credit: Prince Padania), this resource provides flexibility for educators – suitable for large group discussions, small clusters, or homework assignments.
What's Included
Teacher version
Student version
Military zones map
Major amendments