Colonial Grievances Break-up Letter

Ashley·

History

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Grade Level4th Grade

SubjectHistory

Original Prompt

I am needing a step by step outline for my students to write a "break up" letter to King George in the perspective of an American colonist before the American revolution. Give them sentence starters and make it fill in the blank. I want them to have at least three details that they believe will convince the King that a split is necessary. Make it playful and easy to use.

This learning resource engages students in the context of the American Revolution by allowing them to creatively articulate grievances against King George III through a 'break-up' letter format. The task encourages students to identify and express at least three specific issues they had with British rule, such as taxation without representation, the quartering of troops, and other unfair laws. Furthermore, the resource includes vocabulary banks for grievances and feelings, prompts for detailing specific grievances, and a concluding statement reflecting on the future aspirations of the colonies. Students are also encouraged to visually enhance their letters with symbols of freedom, deepening their understanding of historical context and the sentiments that fueled the drive for independence.