Revolution Rebels: Unsung Heroes Unveiled! — Inkwire

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What question will guide the project and learning?

(1) How did the diverse perspectives and contributions of lesser-known figures shape the outcome of the American Revolution?
(2) In what ways did the social, economic, and political factors contribute to the American colonies' decision to seek independence from the British Empire?
(3) How did the American Revolution impact the lives of different groups within the colonies, and what roles did these groups play in the fight for independence?
(4) What are the lasting effects of the American Revolution on modern American society, and how do the stories of unsung heroes continue to influence our understanding of history?

Learning Journey

Plan

Week 1	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3	Day 4	Day 5
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Introduction to the Culper Ring Activity Coded Message Activity Activity	Exploration of Lesser-Known Figures Activity Interactive Group Discussion Activity	Document Analysis Activity Collaborative Reflection Activity	Role-Playing Simulation Prep Activity Peer Feedback Session Activity	Argumentative Writing Workshop Activity Drafting Initial Paragraphs Activity
Preparation

Week 2	Day 6	Day 7	Day 8	Day 9	Day 10
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Culper Ring Spy Simulation Activity	Analyzing Primary Sources Activity Reflective Journaling Activity	Exploring Lesser-Known Figures Activity Group Discussion Activity	Drafting an Argumentative Paragraph Activity Peer Feedback Session Activity	Revision and Finalization Activity Reflective Circle Activity
Preparation

Week 3	Day 11	Day 12	Day 13	Day 14	Day 15
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Analyzing Perspectives in Revolutionary Documents Activity Group Discussion on Document Themes Activity	Role-Playing Simulation Development Activity Peer Feedback and Reflection Activity	Exploring Impacts on Colonial Groups Activity Interactive Exhibit Planning Activity	Argumentative Writing Workshop Activity Drafting Final Paragraphs Activity	Reflective Essay/Video Diary Prep Activity Collaborative Exhibit Design Activity
Preparation

Week 4	Day 16	Day 17	Day 18	Day 19	Day 20
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Finalizing Argumentative Paragraph Activity Peer Sharing Session Activity	Role-Playing Simulation Preparation Activity Feedback and Reflection Activity	Rehearsal for Role-Playing Simulation Activity Self-Reflection Journal Activity	Role-Playing Simulation Performance Activity Class Debrief Activity	Reflective Essay Planning Activity Drafting Reflective Essay Activity
Preparation

Week 5	Day 21	Day 22	Day 23	Day 24	Day 25
Phase	Project Activities
Activities	Revolutionary Heroes Fair Setup Activity Rehearsal and Feedback Session Activity	Final Exhibit Adjustments Activity Reflective Essay/Video Diary Completion Activity	Presentation Skills Workshop Activity Exhibit Walkthroughs Activity	Dress Rehearsal Activity Peer and Teacher Feedback Activity	Revolutionary Heroes Fair Activity
Preparation