The War of 1812: By the Dawn's Early Light 6-Pack

Download or read book The War of 1812: By the Dawn's Early Light 6-Pack written by Heather Schwartz and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2017-01-30 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With The War of 1812: By the Dawn's Early Light 6-Pack, students will explore the war that inspired our national anthem. This fascinating nonfiction reader will examine the events that led up to the war and what happened afterwards, including Francis Scott Key penning the iconic "The Star-Spangled Banner." Breathe life into the pages of history with primary source documents that offer significant clues of what America was like during the 1800s. Authentic artifacts, including maps, government documents, and other primary sources offer an intimate glimpse of life during this turbulent time in America's history. Students will build content knowledge across geography, history, and other social studies strands, with content that can be leveled for different types of learners. This reader contains text features, including captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary. A "Your Turn!" activity continues to challenge students as they extend their learning. Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework, and other state standards, this 6-Pack readies students for college and career readiness.