by Harold Keith
First published 1992
This educational resource supports teachers working with Harold Keith's Civil War novel about young Jeff Bussey. The guide provides structured lessons that connect to multiple subjects beyond literature. Teachers receive sample lesson plans and background information about Keith as an author. The book includes vocabulary exercises that build student understanding of period language and concepts. Cross-curricular activities link the novel to history, geography, and social studies. Section-by-section quizzes help track student comprehension as they progress through Jeff's journey from Union sympathizer to Confederate scout. Complete unit tests assess overall understanding of the novel's themes and historical context. The guide offers numerous suggestions for final projects that allow students to demonstrate their learning creatively. Extension activities help teachers continue discussions about the Civil War era and its lasting impact on American society.
Genres: history, american-civil-war, education, non-fiction, academic, guides
Vibes: educational, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: curriculum-guide, lesson-plans, unit-studies
Period: Civil War
52 pages · Paperback · Teacher Created Materials