Easy to plan, engaging to teach
How would it feel to have your Civil war Unit completely planned for the next 3 weeks, including 15 lessons, worksheets, and answer keys completely ready to go?
Fantastic, right?
I’m a former 5th grade teacher myself, so I’ve been in your shoes and understand the struggle of creating meaningful lessons. In particular, I never had the time, energy, or support to teach social studies the way I wanted to.
Now, I work full-time creating US History curriculum because I want to help you fall in love with teaching history.
My Civil War Unit has been used by thousands of 5th-8th grade teachers, so keep reading to find out why it is my #1 selling unit.
What’s included in the Civil War Unit?
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15 detailed lesson plans
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3 weeks of activities
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Pacing guide
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Answer keys (of course)
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100+ pages with a variety of activities (powerpoint presentation, jigsaw, simulation, task cards, and so much more)
Civil War Unit Table of Contents
Part 1: Before the Civil War
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Life in Antebellum America—students read about life for different groups (such as slaves, western farmers, northern workers, etc.) and complete worksheet
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Slavery in America—powerpoint presentation, worksheet, and opinion writing
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Causes of the Civil War—newspaper articles, jigsaw activity and student worksheets
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Election of 1860 Simulation—speeches, campaign posters, listening guide and opinion writing
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Election of 1860 Results—article on electoral college, map, and worksheet
Part 2: Events of the War
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Union vs. Confederacy—article on succession, infographic on Union and Confederacy, and student worksheet
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Why Did They Fight?—page with quotes on why various people fought and opinion writing
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Who’s Who of the Civil War—informative task cards on Civil War leaders and student recording sheet
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Perspectives on the War—four fictional letters demonstrating different viewpoints on the war and group worksheet
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Emancipation Proclamation—article on Emancipation Proclamation, comprehension check and creative writing
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Gettysburg (Battle and Address)—article on Battle of Gettysburg, vocabulary list, and annotating worksheet for the Gettysburg Address
Part 3: Reconstruction
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Lincoln’s Assassination—newspaper article, article about Lincoln’s assassination, comprehension questions, and creative “epitaph” writing activity
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Reconstruction Problems, Solutions, & Failures—group brainstorming worksheet, note-taking page and article on Reconstruction failures
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Reconstruction Amendments—transcript and vocabulary for 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments with student worksheet
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Civil War Reflection—student reflection page and writing opportunity
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Literally the best resource I’ve ever purchased for my 5th grade classroom!
—Katie A.
This has been the best purchase I’ve made on TPT! My 8th graders struggle with most assignments made for their level, but these were perfect for them. I was able to add these to my lessons with ease, and they filled in the gaps nicely. Thank you!
—Amanda M.
I’ve purchased all of your history units and my students thrive off of them. The activities are fantastic and it includes material that they can comprehend. Thanks for your hard work on this! I hope to see more in the future.
—Maggie C.
Love your units! They really take it so much deeper than the book ever could. My kids love social studies.
—Mariel O.
More Civil War Resources
I’ve created this Civil War Unit because I want to save you TONS of time and help you fall in love with teaching history.
Additionally, check out my other resources for teaching the Civil War like Primary Sources, kid-friendly videos, and a free timeline lesson.
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