tlp09-DValentine-teacher

=Teacher Lesson page= Don Valentine

Guiding Question:
Why was the Know Nothing Party able to attract so many members and become a viable political party in Massachusetts during the mid-1850's?

Lesson Title:
The Know Nothing Party impacts politics in Massachusetts during the 1850s.

Grade Level:
High School

Subject Area:
US History I

Essential Question:
How did immigration affect American conceptions of "WE THE PEOPLE"? Unit Goal

Curriculum Standard(s):
US 1.28b Causes and impact of the wave of immigration from N. Europe to America in the 1840-1850s US 1.28c Explain the emergence and impact of the textile industry in New England Materials/Resources


 * Suggested Time Frame:** Two to three 55 minute Class Periods

Lesson Process:

 * Activity #1: Making Connections** (Alternate Assignment) This introductory assignment works well with students who lack previous knowledge of the concept of propaganda.

Holding spot for images not used in lesson
(from BPL print room 11/13/09 - taken by kgrace)







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