Language of Liberty: The Declaration of Independence

In this lesson, students will learn the basic rules for effective paraphrasing. Students will read an excerpt from the Declaration of Independence and paraphrase several key sentences to develop their paraphrasing skills and deepen their knowledge of this foundational document. Students will also use reference materials to determine the appropriate definitions of advanced vocabulary within the Declaration of Independence excerpt. Finally, students will answer text-dependent questions to deepen their analysis of the essential rights outlined in this foundational document.
Resource ID#: 207588 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)
Keywords: English Language Arts, ELA, civics, integrated civics, paraphrase, paraphrasing, Declaration of Independence, founding documents, vocabulary, defintions, synonyms, reference materials, lesson plans, unalienable rights, life, liberty, pursuit of happiness, nonfictions texts
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: Integrated Civics with ELA Lesson Plans- Grades 6-12

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