Mapping the American Revolution in Boston

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Overview:

Students learn to interpret the stories of the American Revolution as told through maps. In small groups, they examine period maps of Boston and New England to uncover information about the historical actors in the Revolution, the significance of geography, and the motives of the mapmakers.

Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Grade Level:
3, 4, 5
Subjects:
Revolution and the New Nation (1754-1820s)
Location:
Boston and New England
Time Period:
Late 18th century