Wasteland Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots of the Gettysburg wasteland. These compact cards include the definition of wasteland ("An area that is devastated or destroyed"), simple icons, and short phrases to help students with low reading comprehension retain information.
Wasteland Lesson Slides
A presentation for the teacher to visually support both the 'wasteland' concept and General Robert E. Lee's leadership at Gettysburg. Uses large text (minimum 24px), clear icons, and a dramatic theme to engage students with low reading comprehension. Includes an introduction to 'Civil War', 'Artillery', 'Rebel Yell', 'Stonewall Jackson', and a final summary slide recapping all 16 key concepts.
General Lee Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for General Robert E. Lee. These compact cards include the definition of General ("A military officer in charge of soldiers"), simple icons, and short phrases about him studying the map at the stone house.
Lee History Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for Robert E. Lee's early history and Arlington House. These compact cards include the definition of oath ("A promise"), simple icons, and key facts about his education and family legacy.
Lee Advisors Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for Robert E. Lee's choice to join the Confederacy and his role as an advisor. These compact cards include the definition of advisors ("People who give suggestions"), simple icons, and key facts about his loyalty to Virginia.
Lee Plan Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for Robert E. Lee's plan at Gettysburg. These compact cards include the definition of aide ("A helper"), simple icons, and key facts about Major Venable and the decision to strike Cemetery Ridge.
Lee Attack Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for the final attack at Gettysburg. These cards include the definition of retreat ("To move back"), simple icons, and key facts about Lee greeting his soldiers and the stakes of the battle.
Aftermath Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for the aftermath of the Battle of Gettysburg. These cards include the definition of war-torn ("Hurt by war"), simple icons, and key facts about the lack of celebration on July 4th due to the heavy casualties.
Pickett's Charge Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for Pickett's Charge. These cards include the definition of catastrophe ("Great trouble or destruction"), simple icons, and key facts about the failed charge and Lee's retreat to Virginia.
Gettysburg Summary Reference Sheet
A single-page summary handout containing all 16 story concepts from the Civil War and Gettysburg lessons. It uses simple icons and bold bullet points to help students with low reading comprehension recall the key events and definitions from the story.
Civil War Definition Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for the definition of a Civil War. These cards include the core meaning ("A war between people of the same nation"), simple icons, and key phrases to help students with low reading comprehension understand the nature of the conflict.
Early War Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots covering the build-up of the Union and Confederacy, the role of Commander in Chief, and the early goal of capturing Richmond. Includes simple icons and the core definition.
Uniforms & Civilians Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for the early stages of the war, covering uniforms (Blue vs Gray), the 35,000 soldiers, and the civilians who came to watch. Includes the definition of civilians ("People who are not soldiers").
Manassas Watching Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for the civilians watching the Battle of Manassas. These cards include the definition of artillery ("Large cannons"), simple icons, and key facts about the picnics and telescopes used to watch the conflict.
Rebel Yell Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for the Rebel Yell. These cards include the definition of battle cry ("A high-pitched scream"), simple icons, and key facts about the terrifying sound used by Confederate soldiers during attacks.
Stonewall Jackson Post-it Snapshots
A set of 3x3 inch 'Post-It' style snapshots for Stonewall Jackson. These compact cards include his nickname's origin ("He stood like a stone wall"), simple icons, and key facts about his role as a brilliant Confederate general.
