Grades 3-8
Cultural History / Social Studies
Learn about the cause and effect of slavery and the creation of the Underground Railroad. Experience the escaping slaves' challenges, as well as those who helped and hurt their journey to freedom. During hands-on activities, students will investigate the routes of the Underground Railroad and the perils of the journey while learning terms and individuals associated with it.
Meets Indiana Academic Standards:
English/Language Arts: 3.7.1, 3.7.2, 3.7.3, 4.2.1, 4.2.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.6, 4.7.1, 4.7.2, 4.7.6, 4.7.8, 5.2.1, 5.2.5, 5.3.5, 5.7.1, 5.7.2, 6.1.1, 7.7.1, 7.7.6
Social Studies: 3.1.7, 3.2.2, 3.2.4, 3.4.4, 3.5.1, 3.5.5, 4.1.7, 4.1.13, 4.2.2; 4.2.7, 4.3.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.3, 5.1.10, 5.1.21, 8.1.10, 8.1.16, 8.1.18, ,8.1.21