The War for Independence Begins

The Battles of Lexington and Concord (April 19, 1775):

Read this Battles of Lexington and Concord lesson, and then complete the attached timeline and source detective activity.

The Surprise Attack at Fort Ticonderoga (May 10, 1775):

Read about Fort Ticonderoga and take a quiz at the end.

Second Continental Congress (1775):

Read the portion about the Second Continental Congress.

Watch the muppets reenact the Second Continental Congress:

Battle of Breed's Hill and Bunker Hill (June 17, 1775):

Read about the Battle of Bunker Hill and take the quiz at the end.

Watch this video:

A Canadian Invasion and Failure in Quebec (December 30-31, 1775):

Read about the invasion of Canada.



Extras:

Watch Liberty's Kids episodes 6-11.

Read The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere.

Craftsmen provided many essential items and services during the Revolutionary War period. Where do we see examples of craftsmen in the Bible? Check out this article and read the verses.

Students can use these battles of the Revolutionary War foldables as they learn about the different battles.