About This Lesson
This engaging Gettysburg Address lesson plan introduces high school students to the historical context, rhetorical significance, and enduring legacy of one of America’s most famous speeches. Through close reading, group collaboration, and creative reinterpretation, students will unpack the themes of equality, democracy, and sacrifice that shaped the nation's identity during the Civil War. The lesson connects Lincoln’s powerful words to contemporary issues, encouraging students to reflect on how the Gettysburg Address continues to influence modern leadership and civic responsibility.
Designed for one class period, this Gettysburg Address lesson plan balances historical analysis with innovative, hands-on activities, making it both impactful and easy to implement in the classroom.
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