Texas Declaration of Independence March 2, 1836 Taylor Swift Inspired Lesson

Introducing, "We Are Never Getting Back Together"! (Convention of 1836, Washington On The Brazos Version) where history meets heartbreak in the spirit of Taylor Swift's catchy breakup anthem. This Texas history lesson includes primary source analysis (Texas Declaration of Independence), comprehension questions, image analysis, the opportunity to write their own break up song from the perspective of the Texas delgates, the opportunity to design the album cover, and two writing prompts. It's not just a lesson; it's a Texan revolution that'll have your students singing, analyzing, and creating history in the true spirit of the Lone Star State!

Primary Source Analysis and Comprehension Questions: Dive into the Texas Declaration of Independence with a magnifying glass, and tackle comprehension questions that will have your students mastering the art of historical detective work.

Vocabulary Vibes: This resource comes fully equipped with a roundup of key vocabulary, making sure your students are fluent in the language of independence.

Image Analysis: Uncover the visual tale of Texan independence! Analyze powerful images that capture the spirit of the Declaration. Students will become visual historians, decoding the messages painted on the canvas of Texan history.

Rewrite Taylor’s Hit Song: Grab your pens, folks! It's time to rewrite Taylor Swift's breakup anthem with a Texas-sized twist. Inject the Lone Star spirit into each lyric and turn the heartbreak of history into a melody of revolution. Who knew the Texas Declaration of Independence could be so lyrical?

Design An Album Cover: Design an album cover that captures the essence of Texas independence. Picture George Childress strumming a six-string or the Alamo as the backdrop to a musical revolution.

2 Writing Prompts: Lasso your writing skills with two thought-provoking prompts. The quills are mightier than the swords in this revolutionary lesson!