Introduction
Today students will be learning about the Bill Of Rights.
- What is the Bill of rights?- the first 10 Amendments of the Constitution
- what did it do for America?-protects Americans rights and liberties
- How did it come about?-James Madison proposed amendments the the U.S Constitution to limit government power and protect the American citizens
Task
By accomplishing this WebQuest students will have a better understanding of the Bill of Rights, as well as being able to put the Amendments into their own words. And understand why it is important and the significance it has on American citizens today
Process
listen and watch this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dSyMG8OJcY
Turn and talk: Talk to your table partner and tell them which Amendment you think is most important and why
walk and talk: Ask other students "Which Amendment do you think is most important?"
Idea chart: why do you think the amendments are important? write it on the big paper in the front of the classroom witire your name next to your answer
Re-write: Re-write the amendments in your own words. *extra points if you color it:)
Evaluation
How to know If you are doing a good job
- I will be looking for active on topic discussion during the turn and talks, if you are on topic the whole time you will receive full points
- I will be looking to see who wrote on the Idea Poster as well as who filled out the re-writing of the amendments. If you don't do these you will lose points
Conclusion
After this lesson students will be able to know what the Bill Of Rights is as well as the impact it had on America.
Go up to the front desk and grab the exit ticket! You are almost done :)
Question: In your words describe what the Bill Of Rights is and why it is important.
Credits
YouTube, YouTube, www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dSyMG8OJcY. Accessed 10 Sept. 2024.
Teacher Page
This WebQuest is made for 3rd grade students to better understand American History as well as their rights and liberties.
This is an activity to get students talking and working together with one another through discussion and creating, great for students to get their ideas out of their heads and onto paper.