The Boston Tea Party lesson explores a pivotal event in American history occurring on December 16, 1773. Students will learn about the colonists' protest against British tea taxation through various activities that emphasize understanding key facts, the significance of the event, and its historical context. Key aspects include the act of protest itself—colonists disguised as Native Americans dumping tea into Boston Harbor, the implications of taxation without representation, and the subsequent legal repercussions from the British government. Visual supports and engaging activities such as drawing and sentence completion are incorporated to enhance understanding and retention.