Civil war for 5th graders

Teaching history can sometimes seem overwhelming. This is even more pertinent when it comes to teaching war.

Civil war lesson plans elementary

Where do you start? What do you cover? Which individuals do you include? Can you make it fun and engaging? The Civil War is a pivotal point in American history and needs to be taught to our children. This quick engaging video introduces the Civil War by going over the five different catalysts for the beginning of the war.

One great thing about this video is that the creator also offers lesson plans to go along with it on history4humans.

Hands-on civil war activities

This video covers the first two years of the Civil War. Learn More: History for Humans. Like the last video, this one has lesson plans that go with it at history4humans. This video covers the second two years of the American Civil War and addresses what helped the Union win the war. Use this video to introduce the second half of the war and how the war contributed to the death of President Lincoln.

Use this video as a supplement to the last three videos to dive a little deeper into President Lincoln and his part in the war. Learn More: Learn Bright. After a lifetime of heartache, Henry hatches a plan to mail himself north.