Civil War Chronicles

An ESL-friendly introduction to the American Civil War for 2nd graders, focusing on key figures like Lincoln and Tubman, major events, and foundational sentence-building skills. The unit uses visual scaffolding, word banks, and sentence stems to help students develop complex writing abilities.

NGNicole George

A Divided Nation

Students learn about the division between the Union (North) and the Confederacy (South), exploring their differences in geography and beliefs. The lesson focuses on foundational vocabulary and simple comparative sentences.

Famous Faces and Heroes

Focuses on key figures of the Civil War, specifically Abraham Lincoln, Harriet Tubman, and Robert E. Lee. Students use graphic organizers to compare leaders and write complex sentences about their roles.

Turning Points and Events

Introduces the key events that changed the course of the war, including the Emancipation Proclamation and the Battle of Gettysburg, and the eventual reunification of the country. Language focus is on sequencing and cause-and-effect.