The Life of a Civil War Soldier – On-site Activity 3/
Interpreter Led

Grade Level: Fourth Grade
Time to Complete: 10 minutes
Title of Activity: Battle Overview

South Carolina Curriculum Standards Addressed:
• 4.1.15 – Compare and contrast the ways of life in the North and the South.
• 4.1.18 – Describe the Civil War and its effects on the nation.
• 4.5.5 – Describe how American citizens can participate in their government to influence the decisions and actions of that governent.

Lesson Description:
This activity is a brief overview of the battle that took place here at Rivers Bridge given by the Interpreter to impress upon the students a sense of place.

Materials / Resources Provided:
N/A

Focus Questions:
How does the battle at Rivers Bridge illustrate the life of a Civil War soldier?