Maniac Magee Lesson Plan

Day 1-Activity 1-Children's Crusades

Kind of Activity:

Research

Objective:

Students will be able to analyze historical events in order to compare and contrast.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.1, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.A

Structure:

The first book that Jeffrey reads from Amanda is on the Children's Crusades. As a class, read different resources about the history of the Children's Crusades of 1212. Some resources may include:

-Encyclopedia Britannica

-Ancient Origins

-History Guide

As you read, have students identify key figures and events in the development of the Children's Crusades. Afterwards, have students do the same as a class for the...