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How did the American Revolution impact the people of Connecticut? In this interactive program, students will explore the Revolution through the experiences and perspectives of everyday people in our s... Read more

How did the American Revolution impact the people of Connecticut? In this interactive program, students will explore the Revolution through the experiences and perspectives of everyday people in our state. Two versions of this program will allow teachers to choose the focus that best fits their students, curriculum, and schedule; please note that both program options include close-looking at primary sources, hands-on activities with reproduction objects, and writing with quill pens and ink. When you schedule, please indicate which program option you would like.

*Introduction to the Revolution*
Introduce your class to the causes of the Revolution and the opposing viewpoints held by Connecticans during the lead-up and events of the war. Students will discover what it meant to be a Patriot, a Loyalist, or neutral, and explore the different perspectives that affected how people chose sides. This version is perfect for classes at the beginning of their Revolution unit, or for teachers looking to cover the fundamentals with their students.

*Deep Dive into the Revolution*
What was it like to live in Connecticut during the Revolution? Dive deep into the challenges and choices faced by people who lived during this tumultuous time. After a brief overview of the causes and different sides of the conflict, students will explore the stories of real individuals, including Patriots and Loyalists, soldiers on the battlefront and families at home, and European, African, and Indigenous Connecticans, to understand the multitude of Revolutionary experiences.

The educator will need a small desk or table for program materials. If your classroom has a smartboard, the educator will use that to project images (otherwise the educator will use hardcopies.) Stud... Read more

The educator will need a small desk or table for program materials. If your classroom has a smartboard, the educator will use that to project images (otherwise the educator will use
hardcopies.) Students will need desk or table space to work on program activities, including space for them to work in five groups. We encourage students to wear nametags to help our
educators actively engage them in activities.

The educator will need a small desk or table for program materials. If your classroom has a smartboard, the educator will use that to project images (otherwise the educator will use hardcopies.) Stud... Read more

The educator will need a small desk or table for program materials. If your classroom has a smartboard, the educator will use that to project images (otherwise the educator will use
hardcopies.) Students will need desk or table space to work on program activities, including space for them to work in five groups.

Students will name at least one reason for the conflict between the colonies and England. Students will explain why different Connecticut residents held different perspectives and views towards the R... Read more

Students will name at least one reason for the conflict between the colonies and England.
Students will explain why different Connecticut residents held different perspectives and views towards the Revolution.
Students will analyze historic texts, images, and artifacts to understand individual experiences from the American Revolution.