War in the South, War in the West, and War on the High Seas

Note on this week: Like the last 2 weeks there is a lot of reading and information this week that might be too much for younger students to comprehend. Again, a great resource this week is the Liberty's Kids videos and extra activities. 

The Backbone of the Patriot Cause-
Men and women of all races, classes, and ages contributed to the Patriot cause. Read about some of the amazing women like Deborah Sampson, Martha Washington and Abigail Adams.

The Winter at Valley Forge (December 19, 1777-June 19, 1778)- 

Read about the winter at Valley Forge.

The Battle of Monmouth Courthouse (June 28, 1778)-

Read about the battle.

The Battle for Savannah (December 29, 1778)-

Read about the capture of Savannah.

War Along the Western Frontier-

Read about George Rogers Clark and his work in the war along the Western frontier.

I Have Not Yet Begun to Fight!-

Read about John Paul Jones and the circumstances surrounding his famous remark.


Extras: 

Watch Liberty's Kids episodes 27-34.

Learn the song Yankee Doodle.

Sing along with this video:

Learn the song I'm in the Lord's Army:

After you learn the sing focus on the terms "cavalry" and "infantry".  What were these in the Revolutionary War? How are we part of the Lord's Army?

Learn about the first submarine the Turtle. Watch this video:

Have a family movie night and watch Spy Kids (available to watch free for Amazon prime members) or 20,000 Leagues under the Sea. Discuss the differences between their submarines and the Turtle.