Peace Like a River Lesson Plan

His truth is marching on

Kind of Activity:

Classwide Discussion

Objective:

To better understand a pivotal moment in the story

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.9, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.9-10.2

Structure:

Play the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" (a possible version to choose: https://youtu.be/8wc8qN4b98k, though there are many options) for the class. This is the source of the verse, “O be quick, my soul, to answer Him; be jubilant, my feet!” that Reuben sings in the next country. Next, have them read this brief article from The Atlantic (https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2001/09/the-battle-hymn-of-the-republic/305704/), which explains the history of...