Engagement: The unique image captures student attention and encourages active thinking from the moment they enter the classroom. Historical Thinking Skills: The activity promotes observation, reflection, interpretation, and question-asking – all crucial skills in historical inquiry. Introduction to a Topic: This bellringer can serve as an entry point into a lesson on the Battle of Wilson’s Creek in the Civil War and the role of Native Americans in the Civil War.
Recommended level: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
1. Unraveling a Flag's Story: The Battle of Wilson's Creek and Native Americans in the Civil War