Social Studies6-8
Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase
By BRETT S.
This 1-2 day packet for 8th graders uses primary sources to explore the presidency of Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase. Students will analyze maps, letters, and newspaper excerpts in a collaborative inquiry stations activity to build historical analysis and critical thinking skills.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 1-2 day collaborative inquiry stations activity for 8th graders.
- Discussion question: How did the Louisiana Purchase impact the future growth of the United States?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide sentence starters for analyzing primary source documents.
- Extension for advanced students: Have students research and present on the long-term economic and political consequences of the Louisiana Purchase.
- Estimated time: 2 class periods.
Social Studies6-8
Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase
By BRETT S.
This 1-2 day packet for 8th graders uses primary sources to explore the presidency of Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase. Students will analyze maps, letters, and newspaper excerpts in a collaborative inquiry stations activity to build historical analysis and critical thinking skills.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 1-2 day collaborative inquiry stations activity for 8th graders.
- Discussion question: How did the Louisiana Purchase impact the future growth of the United States?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide sentence starters for analyzing primary source documents.
- Extension for advanced students: Have students research and present on the long-term economic and political consequences of the Louisiana Purchase.
- Estimated time: 2 class periods.