Ruby's Notes

This activity is designed to help students think critically about the Declaration of Independence. Students will explore the Declaration of Independence through the perspective of the enlsaved as conveyed by Frederick Douglass. Essential skills featured include: text analyses, annotation, conclusion drawing, real-world application, vocabulary, academic writing.

This activity is interdisciplinary for ELA and U.S. History. Students will explore the definitions of perspective and how they relate to policy regarding emancipation. This lesson can be used as an introduction to a variety of Social Studies themes. Students are required to complete independent research, text analyses, and academic writing.