Aim:

Why is the Bronx considered a vital battleground in the American Revolution?

Do Now:

Think about this:

Pretend you are in Grand Theft Auto Boogie Down Edition. Which areas of the Bronx would you go into? Why? Which areas do you think you should avoid?

What role does geography play in this?

Today we will:

1. Become familiar with the Battle of Pelham

2. Visualize details presented in a text 3. Analyze primary sources with a

variety of formats. 4. Understand how geographical

features assisted the troops during the American Revolution.

Who is Col. Glover?

G- gutsyL-leaderO-observantV- vitalE- elusiveR- reliable

Sketch-to-Stretch

Listen to the following account by Col. Glover.

Sketch out the image that you visualize while listening to the text. Then complete the writing prompt.

Task:

You will work with your small group to analyze primary resources. Work together to complete the primary source worksheet.

Some things to think about: Who would use this? What type of source is this? Who would have read it? What does it help us realize today?

Follow-up Assessment

Writing assignment:

Pretend you are playing the Grand Theft Auto- American Revolution Edition.

Are you on the British side or the American side? What strategies would you use to defeat your opponents? What may be harmful to you?